Giving Reasons and Explanations - Conversation Practice
Practise giving reasons and explanations through two model conversations at B2–C1 level. Key phrases are highlighted in the dialogues and collected below each example. Two prompts help learners create their own conversations.
What’s in the worksheet?
- Two model conversations
- Highlighted phrases in context
- Key phrases below each dialogue
- Two prompts for pair practice
Explain a decision through causes, constraints, purpose and current status.
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A simple way to teach it
Before the lesson
Use the two model conversations and key-phrase lists on the single learner page; the final prompts are open-ended and need no fixed answer key.
- Read the exhibition model and identify the faulty cases, loan conditions and visitors' choices.
- Trace the rota change from morning demand to staffing response and trial review.
- Use a prompt to explain a decision with two key phrases and respond to a question about an alternative.
Support and extension
Provide cause/constraint/aim/review headings. Extend by distinguishing The aim was to from evidence of an achieved result.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.
