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ESL WORKSHEET - Present Perfect usage

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS
PRESENT PERFECT 1
Updated Lesson


Aug. 18, 2025


Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Paraphrasing and Explaining; Present Perfect; Grammar Practice; Probability and Chance; Challenges; Sport and Fitness; Society and Change; Hobby; Describing People; Health and Well-being; 10-12 Years Old; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 08/18/2025

In this updated lesson, students review and extend their understanding of present perfect simple forms and usage and contrast it with past simple. The target language is contextualized in an interview with a (fictitious) Paralympic athlete, and students define three phrasal verbs in context. They also activate the target language by completing gap-fill and error correction exercises. There is an optional extension video activity related to the Paralympic sport of goalball. (by Stephanie Hirschman)

  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
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  • CLICK HERE to download/listen to the audio in American English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in British English.
  • CLICK HERE to download the teacher’s lesson plan in British English.
  • CLICK HERE to download/listen to the audio in British English.
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AUDIO TRANSCRIPT

Host: Today on Sporty Speakers, we’re interviewing Paralympian cyclist Lauren Tracey. Can you start by telling us a bit about your family, Lauren?
Lauren: Well, I’m one of three children. We were all born with very poor vision, so we can only see light and dark. But I’ve never thought of myself as someone with a problem. I’ve had to work a little bit harder to find a way to do what I wanted to do, that’s all.
Host: Have you always been an athletic person?
Lauren: No, I haven’t! In fact, as a young child, I was usually indoors playing with Lego or listening to music. But when I was older, at secondary school, everything changed. I got into exercise in a big way and became a long-distance runner. Because of that, I decided to study sports medicine at university.
Host: What was university like for you?
Lauren: It was great! I loved living away from home and meeting new people. I should also say that I met my husband David at university. We met at a party, and he’s been, at my side since 2010.
Host: How did you discover cycling?
Lauren: I was following the cycling events at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio, and I thought – I want to do that! So, I looked into how to get started and the local team soon fixed me up with a bike, a pilot and a coach.
Host: A pilot?
Lauren: Yeah, the bikes have two seats, and the pilot sits in front to steer the bike so we don’t crash. I sit at the back – it’s me who does all the work!
Host: It seems like you reached the top levels of competition really quickly.
Lauren: Yeah, I suppose so. I’ve competed in the Paralympics, and I’ve won a couple of gold medals.
Host: Have you ever thought of taking up another sport?
Lauren: I’ve thought about it, of course. Goalball looks like really good fun, but there just isn’t enough time!
Host: And it’s not just your work and your cycling that you do. You’ve recently started a project called “Sports for All.” What’s that about?
Lauren: It’s a project where I go into schools to encourage young people to be more active. I’ve already visited over twenty schools to talk about disability and sports. In fact, I’ve just returned from a visit to my old school, and I’m still on a real high.
Host: Tell us about your other interests.
Lauren: My other main interest is travel. We haven’t been to Australia yet, so my David and I are planning a tour next year. And before you ask, yes, we’ll be doing some cycling there!
Host: And who have you brought into the studio with you today?
Lauren: Yeah, this is Max. He hasn’t been with me long. I’ve only had him for about 3 months, since June. Before Max, I had a dog called Cindy.
Host: Lauren, I’m afraid we’re out of time now, but thanks so much for coming in!


VIDEO TRANSCRIPT

Presenter: Have you ever heard of goalball? Here’s a quick introduction to this exciting game. Goalball is a Paralympic sport, played by athletes with visual disabilities. The aim of the game is to score points by rolling the ball into the opponent’s goal. Each participant is classified according to the level of their impairment. B1 players are completely blind, while b2 and b3 players can see a short distance. When playing, all athletes must wear a mask over their eyes so that participants with different vision levels can compete against each other fairly. The ball has two bells inside to help the players to know where it is at all times. This means that spectators must be silent during the match.

Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/present-perfect-1. Accessed on August 19, 2025. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2025. All rights reserved.

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