To apologize or not to apologize: that is the question. Or at least, that is the ESL lesson!

Cultures around the world have strong opinions about apologizing, and even the most reticent ESL students will want to share their insights in this lesson. What makes a good apology? When should you apologize? When should you not? Is an apology enough?

This fun, funny, and thought-provoking lesson plan will have tongues wagging! Pages can be converted into worksheets for homework.

LEVEL: The lesson plan was created for intermediate English speakers who are eager to increase their conversational skills. It is best suited to CEFR Levels: B1, B2, C1

DISCUSSION: Converse about rich topics:

- freedom of speech

- “cancel culture”

- triggering

- disability

- “toxic masculinity” and self-defense

ACTIVITIES: Create hilarious “mock apologies” among classmates

VOCABULARY: Practice apology vocabulary

GRAMMAR: Learn the grammar of apologies!

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PLEASE NOTE: This project contains the uncensored video of Will Smith's behavior. For sensitive learners, the educator can simply describe his actions without sharing the video.

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