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B2Adults· 45–60 minutes

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: Challenges and Progress

Explore challenges and progress with eight useful expressions, including a steep learning curve, get the hang of something, hit a brick wall. Read the meanings and examples, then use the language in eight B2 discussion questions.

What’s in the worksheet?

  • Eight expressions with meanings and example sentences
  • Eight matching discussion questions
  • One printable page
  • Open-ended speaking practice

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A simple way to teach it

  1. Introduce the expressions and check understanding using the example sentences.
  2. Give learners time to prepare, then discuss the questions in pairs or small groups.
  3. Encourage learners to reuse the expressions and ask follow-up questions. Discuss natural alternatives; answers will vary.

Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.

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