This lesson is part of the pack: Ready for Socialising. Teach it as a complete experience.
WHAT'S INSIDE
- Real-World Context: Explore the world of Couchsurfing, analyzing the balance between unique travel adventures and potential safety or social risks when staying with strangers.
- Watching & Discussion: Analyze a video about Couchsurfing benefits, host experiences, and real-life stories to understand what makes stays positive or challenging.
- Vocabulary in Context: Master phrasal verbs (e.g. pick sb up, put sb up, put up with, show around, put oneself out) by reading a real-life story about a Couchsurfing experience.
- Guided Practice: Complete gap-fill exercises to master phrasal verbs in context, then assess your readiness to host or be a guest using a questionnaire.
- Fluency Building: Role-play scenario-based conversations to practice politely setting boundaries, refusing offers, or resolving conflicts with hosts or guests.
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