
Description
Lesson Handout: Life Goals - What Are Your Life Goals?
Level: Intermediate
Duration: 25 minutes
Skills Focus: Reading, Speaking, Vocabulary
1. Warm-Up Discussion
Talk with your partner or group:
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What is a life goal you have?
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Do you think goals are important in life? Why or why not?
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Who inspires you to achieve your goals?
2. Vocabulary Preview
Match the words with their definitions:
WordDefinitionAmbition A strong desire to achieve something Determination The will to keep going and not give up Career path The direction your job or profession takes Short-term goal A goal you want to achieve soon Long-term goal A goal that takes more time and planning3. Reading Text: Life Goals Around the World
Read the passage below and answer the questions.
Anna from Poland: I want to become a doctor. It’s my long-term goal. Right now, I’m studying hard in medical school. I’ve always had the ambition to help people and make a difference in my community.
Niko from Greece: My dream is to open my own restaurant. I love cooking and sharing food with others. My short-term goal is to work in different kitchens and learn from experienced chefs.
Lina from Indonesia: One of my life goals is to travel and write about different cultures. I want to inspire others to see the world. I’m determined to save money and start a travel blog next year.
Task A - Skim Reading:
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What is each person’s main life goal?
Task B - Detailed Questions:
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Why does Anna want to be a doctor?
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What is Niko doing to prepare for his restaurant?
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How is Lina planning to reach her goal?
4. Discussion Time
Talk in pairs or small groups:
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Whose life goal do you find most interesting?
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What are your personal or professional goals?
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What steps can you take this year to move closer to your goal?
Use new words from the vocabulary box in your answers!
5. Wrap-Up
Class Reflection:
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What new words did you learn today?
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What goal would you like to share with the class?
Optional Homework: Write a short paragraph (5–7 sentences) about one life goal you have and how you plan to achieve it.
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