Halloween-themed B2 speaking

Description

A B2-level Halloween B2 Speaking Lesson, perfect for Cambridge exam preparation classes looking to add a seasonal twist.
Students practice all parts of the B2 Speaking Exam through fun, Halloween-themed questions and visuals designed to reduce exam stress and boost confidence. The lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation for online or in-person use, printable examiner’s notes based on the official Cambridge script, and engaging pair and group speaking tasks. Students discuss costumes, traditions, and spooky celebrations while developing fluency, accuracy, and exam strategies. No prep required! Just download, teach, and enjoy a lively, festive class your students will love.

Part 1 – Warm-up:

Start by asking students to spell some Halloween vocabulary words. Then, ask general questions about their likes and dislikes related to Halloween.

Part 2 – Individual Long Turn:

There are four sets of Halloween-themed pictures. Each set comes with a main topic and a follow-up question for the other candidate.

Part 3 – Discussion Task:

Students work in pairs to discuss what makes a successful Halloween costume. They imagine preparing for a party and decide which qualities would make their costume stand out. It ends with an extra question: Which costume would win the award for best costume?

Part 4 – Opinion Discussion:

Ask students about Halloween celebrations, traditions, and potential dangers.