| Level: |
Topic: |
Speakers: |
Length: |
| advanced |
cosmetic surgery |
one man |
02:15 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
Name five different types of cosmetic surgery and discuss why people select these procedures.
Agree or Disagree? Let’s Spark Some Conversation!
These statements are designed to get everyone thinking, moving, and talking! The goal is to explore ideas, share opinions, and get ready for the next part of the lesson.
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In a face-to-face classroom: Read each statement aloud. If you agree, move to one side of the room; if you disagree, move to the other. Talk with your group—why do you feel that way? Then, pair students with members of the other group and have students explain their reasons. Rotate partners for more practice.
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In an online classroom: Use polls, emojis, or the chat box in your online platform to show your opinion. Then, join the conversation as a group or in breakout rooms. What do others think? Do you agree or disagree with them?
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For independent learners: Read each statement and think about your opinion. Then say your answer out loud and explain your reason, as if you’re talking to a classmate. This helps you get ready to speak and join real conversations in English. Consider recording your ideas and self-assess your progress.
- People should be free to change their appearance through surgery.
- Cosmetic surgery can improve self-confidence.
- Society puts too much pressure on people to look perfect.
- Teenagers should not be allowed to get cosmetic surgery.
- Cosmetic surgery is more about beauty than health.
- Celebrities influence others to consider cosmetic procedures.
- It’s okay to get cosmetic surgery if it helps your career.
- Insurance should never cover cosmetic surgery unless it’s for medical reasons.
- Natural beauty is more valuable than surgical beauty.
- People should be open about having cosmetic surgery, not hide it.
Idioms
“have a face lift” = a surgical procedure in which doctors tighten the skin on the face to remove wrinkles
“I’m sure that the actress had a facelift so would look younger than she really is.”
“nose job” = an operation to improve the appearance of one’s nose
“He’s considering a nose job because he says people always comment on his nose.”
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Post-Listening Exercise
Do research on an organization that provides medical services, particularly cosmetic surgery, to people in developing countries. Report on the organization’s mission, the regions of the world where the organization has performed such care, and how everyday people can become involved. Would you consider volunteering if you had the expertise to perform cosmetic procedures for the needy?