Speaking:
Would You Rather?
Grouping:
Time:
Pairs → Small groups → Whole class discussion
15 minutes
Aim
Students will practice using gerunds and infinitives in preference-based questions.
Materials
• “Would You Rather” question cards (e.g., “Would you rather spend a year traveling or try a new job every month?”).
• Sentence starter cards (e.g., “I prefer doing…” / “I’d rather to…”).
Preparation
• Write examples on the board:
• “I prefer watching movies to reading books.”
• “I’d like to visit Japan one day.”
Activity Breakdown
1. Students pick a “Would You Rather” question card.
2. They take turns answering using gerunds or infinitives.
3. They discuss answers in small groups before sharing with the class.
Instructions
1. Pick a question card.
2. Think about your answer.
3. Say your answer using a gerund or infinitive.
4. Listen to your partner’s answer.
5. Share interesting responses with the class.
Concept Checking Questions
• “Which phrase comes after ‘prefer’?” (Gerund).
• “Do we say ‘I like to swim’ or ‘I like swimming’?” (Both are possible).
Examples
• “I prefer reading fiction to watching TV.”
• “I’d love to go skydiving one day!”
Extensions/Varations
• Harder: Remove sentence starters and require full explanations.
• Easier: Provide structured sentence templates for support.
Error Correction
• Teacher listens for incorrect verb forms and provides feedback.
Writing:
My Life in 10 Sentences
Grouping:
Time:
Individuals → Pairs
20 minutes
Aim
Students will write a short text using gerunds and infinitives to describe their hobbies, goals, and preferences.
Materials
• A model text about personal interests and goals.
• A writing checklist for self-correction.
Preparation
• Provide sentence starters:
• “I love playing video games.”
• “In the future, I hope to travel more.”
Activity Breakdown
1. Students brainstorm their hobbies and goals.
2. They write a short text using gerunds and infinitives.
3. They swap papers with a partner for peer review.
Instructions
1. Think about your hobbies and goals.
2. Write 10 sentences using gerunds and infinitives.
3. Check your writing with the checklist.
4. Exchange with a partner and give feedback.
5. Make corrections and share with the class.
Concept Checking Questions
• “Do we use ‘to’ before a gerund?” (No).
• “Can ‘enjoy’ take an infinitive?” (No).
Examples
• “I enjoy reading mystery novels.”
• “I plan to start a new hobby soon.”
Extensions/Varations
• Harder: Students write a short story using gerunds and infinitives.
• Easier: Use a guided worksheet with sentence starters.
Error Correction
• Teacher provides feedback on tense usage and sentence structure.
Listening:
Job Interviews
Grouping:
Time:
Individuals → Pairs
15 minutes
Aim
Students will listen to a job interview and identify gerund/infinitive usage.
Materials
• Audio recording of a job interview where a candidate discusses past experience and future goals.
• A worksheet with multiple-choice and gap-fill exercises.
Preparation
• Write example sentences on the board:
• “I enjoy working in a team.”
• “I hope to improve my skills.”
Activity Breakdown
1. Students listen to a job interview.
2. They complete a worksheet identifying gerunds and infinitives.
3. They compare answers with a partner.
Instructions
1. Listen to the interview.
2. Read the worksheet questions.
3. Match gerunds and infinitives to sentences.
4. Check your answers with a partner.
5. Discuss with the class.
Concept Checking Questions
• “What comes after ‘enjoy’?” (Gerund).
• “What follows ‘want’?” (Infinitive).
Examples
• “I decided to apply for this job.”
• “I enjoy helping customers.”
Extensions/Varations
• Harder: Students take notes and retell the interview.
• Easier: Provide a word bank of key phrases.
Error Correction
• Teacher asks students to justify their answers and corrects errors.
Reading:
Who Said What?
Grouping:
Time:
Pairs
15 minutes
Aim
Students will read a set of short personal statements and match them to the correct person based on gerund/infinitive use.
Materials
• A set of short biographies with personal habits and goals (e.g., “Maria enjoys painting in her free time.”).
• A worksheet where students match statements to names.
Preparation
• Highlight gerunds and infinitives in the text.
Activity Breakdown
1. Students read the personal statements.
2. They underline gerunds and infinitives.
3. They match the statements to the correct person.
Instructions
1. Read the personal statements.
2. Underline gerunds and infinitives.
3. Match each statement to a person.
4. Check with your partner.
5. Discuss with the class.
Concept Checking Questions
• “Does ‘enjoy’ take a gerund or infinitive?” (Gerund).
• “Which form follows ‘want’?” (Infinitive).
Examples
• “Tom wants to learn French.”
• “Emma enjoys playing the piano.”
Extensions/Varations
• Harder: Students write their own biography using gerunds/infinitives.
• Easier: Provide a matching exercise with hints.
Error Correction
Error Correction & Feedback:
• Teacher discusses common mistakes and reviews answers together.