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Class: 10

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Theme of the lesson:

Writing: a film review

Learning objectives(s) that this lesson is contributing to

10.4.1 - understand main points in extended texts on a wide range of unfamiliar general and curricular topics

10.5.3 - write with grammatical accuracy on a range of familiar general and curricular topics

Lesson objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to

• to identify and summarise the main points in an extended film review text on an unfamiliar topic

• produce a coherent film review with accurate grammar and appropriate vocabulary on a familiar film

Value

Students will respect others’ opinions when discussing and reviewing films.

The course of the lesson.

Planned timings

Teacher's actions

Pupil`s actions

Assessment

Resources

Greeting.

Organisation moment.

2 min.

Good morning, dear students. I’m glad to see you.

• How are you today?

• What is the weather today?

• What date\day is it today?

The students greet the teacher. 

Good morning, good morning to you,

We are glad to see you too.

How are you?

It’s sunny/ cold/ hot.

Whiteboard

3 min

The teacher asks the students to look at the blackboard and watch a video

• What did you see in the video?

• What about this video?

• How do you think what is our theme?

The teacher sets the lesson objectives, letting students know what to anticipate from the lesson.

Warm-up Discussion

• Talk in pairs about a favourite film.

• Describe the genre, main characters, and why you liked or disliked it.

Students watch the video and answer the questions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frdj1zb9sMY

Middle of the lesson

2 min

Teacher asks students to look at the Active board and introduce with new words

Jumbling method

New words

Exciting – causing strong interest, enthusiasm, or enjoyment.

sci-fi – a genre that explores imagined future science, technology, space, or advanced civilizations.

weapon – a tool or device used to cause harm or for fighting or defense.

amazing – causing great surprise, wonder, or admiration.

worth – the value or importance of something; how useful or beneficial it is.

definitely – without any doubt; certainly.

nominate – to formally suggest someone or something for a position, award, or role.

Students look at the active board and repeat new words by method

Descriptor

A learner

Says new words correctly

3 min

The teacher instructs the students to quickly scan the text by moving their eyes over the page to identify key words, main ideas, headings, or specific information without reading every word in detail.

Scanning method

A. Rogue One is the latest Star Wars film directed by Gareth Edwards. This exciting sci-fi fantasy film is the prequel to another Star Wars film: A New Hope.

B. At the beginning, Star Wars fans wil be happy to see the famous phrase "a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away" before the action starts. The main characters, a group of rebels, go on a mission, against all odos, to steal the plans of the Death Star, a weapon strong enough to destroy the whole planet.

They decide to disobey orders and destroy this dangerous weapon at all costs.

C. What viewers will like best about this film is its amazing special effects. In fact, it was nominated for an Oscar in the Visual Effects category The plot is fast-paced but can be rather dull at times. The film features an excellent cast with Felicity Jones giving a great performance.

D. Rogue One is a film worth watching especially if you're a sci-fi fan. You will definitely enjoy it!

Students quickly scan the text by moving their eyes over the page to identify key words, main ideas, headings, or specific information without reading every word in detail

Answers:

A. Main idea / Heading:
Film introduction
Key words: Rogue One, Star Wars film, Gareth Edwards, sci-fi fantasy, prequel, A New Hope

B. Main idea / Heading:
Story and plot overview
Key words: Star Wars fans, “a long, long time ago…”, rebels, mission, steal plans, Death Star, destroy planet, disobey orders

Specific information:
– Famous opening phrase
– Goal: steal Death Star plans
– High stakes mission

C. Main idea / Heading:
Film quality and evaluation
Key words: special effects, Oscar nomination, Visual Effects, fast-paced plot, dull at times, excellent cast, Felicity Jones

Specific information:
– Oscar nomination
– Lead actress performance

D. Main idea / Heading:
Recommendation / Conclusion
Key words: worth watching, sci-fi fan, enjoyable

Descriptor

A learner

• scans the text by moving their eyes over the page to identify key words

3 min

Pre-writing Task (Prediction)

Task: Look at the title Rogue One and the short description “the latest Star Wars film directed by Gareth Edwards.” Write 3–5 sentences predicting:

1. What the story might be about.

2. Who the main characters could be.

3. What kind of challenges or adventures they might face.

Students look at the title and description, then write 3–5 sentences predicting the story, characters, and possible challenges.

Example answer: “I think Rogue One is about a group of heroes fighting against a powerful enemy. The main characters are probably brave rebels. They might try to stop a dangerous weapon from being used.”

Descriptor

A learner

• write 3–5 sentences predicting the story

5 min

Refer to section 3a: "Read the model. Were your answers in Ex. 2 correct?" Read the Rogue One review aloud, pausing to highlight structure (introduction, plot, opinion, recommendation).

Assign section 3b: "Which paragraph (A, B, C or D)..." – students match functions (e.g., Paragraph A gives information about title, name of director).

Reading a text and matching them

Exercise 3b

1 includes the writer's opinion

2 gives information about the title, name of director and genre?

3 describes the main points of the plot?

4 comments on the special effects, plot and cast?

Students read the model review silently, then discuss in groups if their predictions match. Complete matching and choice exercises individually, then compare answers in pairs.

Descriptor

A learner

• Completes matching task

Link to the questions

5 min

While-writing Task

Task 2: Film Vocabulary Match

Match the words to the correct definitions.

Film, plot, characters, special, effects

1 slow-paced/gripping/complicated

2 heroic/strong/weakcomplex

3 unimaginative/spectacular

4 blockbuster/award-winning/classic

Choose the correct word.

1. The film had an impressive cast/plot with lots of famous actors.

2. I especially liked the ending because it had an interesting twist/hit.

3. The main/star character is played by Eddie Redmayne.

4. The film is filled with suspense/mystery as the characters race against time to save the planet

5. The aliens were so frightening/realistic that I almost believed they were real.

Descriptor

A learner

• Identifies true or false statements

Answers

Match:

1. plot → slow-paced / gripping / complicated

2. characters → heroic / strong / weak / complex

3. special effects → unimaginative / spectacular

4. film → blockbuster / award-winning / classic / must-see, low-budget, critically acclaimed

PPT

worksheet

5 min

Teacher asks students to work individually and gave them a worksheet. Students should write about their own film review.

Students work individually and write about their own film review

Descriptor

A learner

• Completes the task

Worksheet

7 min

Teacher: My dears, now I will open the link. There are questions. You should read the question and answer the question. By answering you choose correct answer. If you don’t understand don’t worry. I will help you. Who wants to be first?

Group work. Speaking

Pupils work in groups and choose one number, then answer them

Descriptor:

A learner

• Answers the questions

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8 min

Post-writing Task (Summary Writing)

Task: Using the main ideas and key words you identified, write a 4–5 sentence summary of the text. Focus on the film’s title, plot, evaluation, and recommendation.

Students look at the title and description, then write 3–5 sentences predicting the story, characters, and possible challenges.

Example answer:
“Rogue One is the latest Star Wars film directed by Gareth Edwards and is a prequel to A New Hope. The story follows a group of rebels on a dangerous mission to steal the Death Star plans. The film has amazing special effects and a strong cast, including Felicity Jones. Although the plot is fast-paced, it can sometimes be dull. Overall, the film is worth watching, especially for sci-fi fans.”

Descriptor:

A learner

• write 3–5 sentences predicting the story

chat gpt

The end of the lesson

2 min.

Teacher gives a homework and comment the work of Sts.

Home Assignment:

Feedback on the screen. Students should press the button

Pupils write their homework for the next lesson.

Pupils. give a mark to themselves for working at the lesson.

Pupils evaluate themselves using evaluation lists. 

Reflection.

Self- Assessment.

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