Everyday Scene

A realistic scene for final speaking practice with useful thematic vocabulary.

20 minC1c1everyday_scenebiodiversity-ecosystems-extinctionbiodiversityecosystemurbanhabitat

Lesson objectives

Practise spontaneous description from a realistic visual prompt.
Use the unit vocabulary for natural, image-based speaking.
Close the unit with a final communicative task linked to biodiversity, ecosystems & extinction.

The Urban Green Corridor

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En esta escena, observamos cómo la biodiversidad intenta coexistir con el entorno urbano mediante la creación de jardines comunitarios. Es un ejemplo perfecto de cómo los ecosistemas locales pueden ser preservados incluso en entornos altamente desarrollados.

Preguntas para hablar (Speaking practice)

Describe what is happening in this photograph and the atmosphere it conveys.
How does the contrast between the buildings and the greenery affect the viewer?
Do you think it is possible for cities to truly support healthy ecosystems?
In your opinion, what are the main threats to biodiversity in urban areas today?
Compare the importance of urban green spaces to the way you interact with nature in your own life.