ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASS
LESSON 10: ENTERTAINMENT
Lesson Plan - Talking about entertainments
- Describing different kinds of entertainments
- Exploring movies and TV
- Exploring music and concerts
- Exploring books
Objective To discuss and analyze the elements of movies and television shows.
To practice vocabulary related to entertainment.
To encourage critical thinking and discussion skills.
A. Introduction to Entertainment
Definition:
Entertainment refers to activities that provide amusement, enjoyment, or relaxation. It
spans various forms such as movies, music, theater, sports, and games.
B. Categories of Entertainment
1. Film and Television
• Movies: Action, Comedy, Drama, Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Romance,
Documentary.
• TV Shows: Sitcoms, Dramas, Reality TV, Talk Shows, News, Anthology Series.
2. Music
• Popular Music: Pop, Rock, Hip-Hop, R&B, EDM.
• Classical Music: Symphony, Opera, Chamber music.
• Folk and Traditional Music: Country, Bluegrass, World Music.
• Jazz and Blues: Swing, Bebop, Blues, Smooth Jazz.
• Live Performances: Concerts, Music festivals, Club performances.
• Recorded Music: Albums, Singles, Streaming.
3. Theater and Performing Arts
• Theater: Drama, Comedy, Musical Theater, Tragedy, Farce.
• Performing Arts: Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Ballroom.
• Circus Arts: Acrobatics, Aerial Performance, Clowning.
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4. Books and Literature
• Fiction: Literary Fiction, Mystery, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Romance.
• Non-Fiction: Biography, Memoir, Self-Help, Historical, True Crime.
5. Video Games
• Action/Adventure: Platformers, Hack-and-Slash, Open-World.
• Role-Playing Games (RPGs): Turn-Based, Action RPGs, MMORPGs.
• Simulation Games: Life Simulations, Sports Simulations, City Builders.
• Strategy Games: Real-Time Strategy (RTS), Turn-Based Strategy.
• Mobile Gaming: Smartphones and Tablets.
6. Sports and Physical Activities
• Professional Sports
- Team Sports: Soccer, Basketball, Football, Baseball.
- Individual Sports: Tennis, Golf, Swimming, Track and Field.
• Recreational Activities
- Fitness: Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics.
- Outdoor Activities: Hiking, Cycling, Rock Climbing.
7. Social Media and Digital Entertainment
• Content Creation
- Video Platforms: YouTube, TikTok, Vimeo.
- Social Networking: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter.
• Interactive Content
- Streaming: Live streams, Webinars.
- Podcasts: Various genres, including true crime, comedy, educational.
8. Arts and Crafts
• Visual Arts
- Mediums: Painting, Sculpture, Photography.
- Exhibitions: Art Galleries, Museums, Art Fairs.
• Crafts: Knitting, Pottery, Woodworking, Jewelry Making.
9. Events and Festivals
• Music Festivals: Coachella, Glastonbury, Lollapalooza.
• Cultural Festivals: Carnival, Oktoberfest, Diwali Festivals.
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10. Games and Puzzles
• Board Games: Strategy Games, Party Games, Classic Games.
• Puzzles: Jigsaw Puzzles, Crosswords, Sudoku.
C. Discussion Points:
1. Do you prefer watching movies at home or in a theater? Why?
2. What’s your favorite genre of movie and why?
3. Who are your favorite artists or bands? Why?
4. Have you ever attended a live concert?
5. Do you play video games? If so, which ones?
D. Presentation
Talk for 1 minute about your favorite entertainment.
• What is your favorite form of entertainment and why?
• Why is entertainment important in your life?
