“Conversation Starter Lesson Series: Intermediate” is designed for intermediate-level ESL learners who want to improve their fluency and confidence in speaking English.
Each lesson includes an engaging reading material with audio, vocabulary and expressions, comprehension questions, and discussion questions to be used for one to one class, group class, or self-study for both online and offline classes.
Unit 7: Sports
Story 01: Popular Sports
Key Lesson Vocabulary & Expressions: Look over and review before proceeding.
- Appreciate
- Evident
- Accessibility
- Passionate
- Energy
- Excitement
- Global
- Attract
- Qualities
- Individual
Read or Listen to the following passage:
Growing up, I was always interested in sports, both playing and watching them. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate a variety of sports, but I believe that soccer is the most popular sport in the world. This is evident in the fact that it is played and watched by millions of people worldwide.
One of the reasons for soccer’s popularity is its simplicity. All you need is a ball and some space to play, which makes it accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. Additionally, it can be played with just a few people or as part of a larger team, and it’s a great way to stay active and healthy.
Personally, I enjoy playing soccer with friends, but I also love watching professional matches on TV. The energy and excitement of a stadium full of passionate fans is truly amazing to witness.
Despite its global popularity, soccer is just one of many sports that people love and enjoy around the world. Each sport has its own unique qualities and attracts different types of fans. Ultimately, it’s up to each individual to decide which sports they enjoy the most.
Comprehension Questions:
- What is the most popular sport in the world according to the author?
- What makes soccer accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds?
- What does the author enjoy about watching professional soccer matches?
- What are some other popular sports besides soccer?
- Who gets to decide which sports are enjoyable?
Conversations Starters:
- What is your favorite sport to play? Why?
- Do you prefer watching sports or playing them? Why?
- What is the most popular sport in your country? Why do you think it’s so popular?
- Are there any sports that you find boring to watch? Why?
- Have you ever attended a live sporting event? What was it like?
- Do you have a favorite sports team or athlete? Why do you like them?
- What do you think about sports as a form of entertainment? Are they more than just a game?
- Have you ever tried playing a sport that you didn’t enjoy watching on TV? Did your opinion change?
- Do you think that sports can bring people from different cultures and backgrounds together?
- What do you think is the most important aspect of sports: winning or participation? Why?
