Lesson overview:
In this practical lesson, students learn how to deal with roadside problems in English, from dashboard warning lights to breakdowns and minor accidents. They practise phrases for describing what is wrong with the car, giving exact location details, and speaking to roadside assistance or the police.
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- describe common car problems and warning lights;
- explain minor accidents and vehicle damage;
- give clear location details in an emergency call;
- use past continuous and past simple to explain what happened.
Lead-in:
Start with the discussion questions on page 1 and ask students whether they have ever had a car problem or called for help from the road. The pictures of a car with the bonnet up, warning lights, a fender-bender, and a tow truck help set a realistic roadside emergency context.
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