Speaking and listening – Elementary to Intermediate

Let’s talk about LOVE

Conversation cards

Have you ever been in love? What is love? Give your own Think of a modern love
How did you feel? definition. story.
Discuss in group. Tell it to the class.

In which fairy tales is love At what age do people get Describe your ideal partner.
important? married in your country? Say what they should look like
Tell one in your own words. What about you? (e.g. tall, handsome, fit) or be like
(e.g. friendly, romantic, rich).

How long have your parents Have you ever attended a Have you ever been on a
been married? wedding ceremony? blind date? Would you like
(or: How long were they married?) What happens? to? Why or why not?

Have you ever had a broken Is it possible to find a Money can’t buy love.
heart? What happened? partner online? Is it safe? Do you agree?
Talk about it if you want. Discuss in group. Discuss.

How many marriages end in
divorce nowadays?
Discuss. Do research.
Are same-sex relationships
accepted in your country?
What’s your view on them?
There is no difference between
a wise man and a fool when they
fall in love. Explain this saying.
Do you agree?

Do you believe in love at ‘Until death do us part.’ Love is blind.

first sight? Where are these words Can you explain this
Discuss. spoken? When? Why? proverb? Do you agree?

Rank chronologically (1-7) Match words and pictures Tick if you know
  get married 50th wedding anniversary   love affair  
  fancy someone divorce   love bite  
  grow old together engagement ring   love letter  
  fall in love honeymoon   lovebirds  
  get engaged wedding cake   loveseat  
  go on honeymoon wedding ceremony   lovesick  
  have children wedding ring   puppy love  
Pick two and
explain in English.
1 3 4 5
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