ESL WORKSHEET - Dependent prepositions with nouns

LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERS

DEPENDENT PREPOSITIONS

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Oct. 16, 2017

Level: Intermediate (B1-B2)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Grammar Practice; Prepositions; Speaking; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 10/16/2017

In this lesson, students practice using dependent prepositions with nouns, verbs and adjectives. The worksheet also helps to reinforce grammar from adjectives and prepositions.
The worksheet is suitable for both classroom practice and self-study.

• CLICK HERE to download the student’s worksheet in American English.
• CLICK HERE to download the teacher’s lesson plan in American English.
• 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.

AUDIO TRANSCRIPT

Anna: Josh! I haven’t seen you in ages. What have you been up to?
Josh: Hey, Anna! I know, right? I’ve been really focused on my new job lately. It’s taken up so much of my time.
Anna: Oh wow, congratulations! What’s the job about?
Josh: Thanks! I’m responsible for organizing events at a community center. It’s fun but also a bit stressful sometimes.
Anna: Sounds amazing, though. Are you happy with it so far?
Josh: Yeah, I’m really satisfied with the work itself, but I’m still getting used to the long hours.
Anna: That makes sense. I remember when I first started my teaching job. I wasn’t prepared for how exhausting it could be!
Josh: Exactly! Sometimes I even worry about forgetting important details because there's so much going on.
Anna: Do you have any support from your team?
Josh: Yeah, luckily, I can rely on my colleagues a lot. Everyone’s very supportive.
Anna: That’s great to hear. Speaking of support, I’m thinking about taking a course in event management myself. Any advice?
Josh: Oh, definitely go for it! It really helps you feel more confident about planning and organizing things. Plus, it looks good on your CV.
Anna: True. I’ve always been interested in organizing events, but never felt ready to make it a career.
Josh: It’s never too late! And you’re so good at dealing with people. You’d be great.
Anna: Thanks, Josh! Talking to you has made me feel a lot better about the idea.
Josh: No problem! Let’s grab coffee sometime soon and catch up properly.
Anna: I’d love that. I’ll text you!

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