Teacher's Notes
Speaking ActivityComparatives & Superlatives
Activity Type
Speaking Activity
Focus
Using comparatives and superlatives in discussion
Aim
Students debate topics using comparative and superlative structures to support their opinions.
Level
A2–B1
Time
20–25 minutes
Preparation
Print one set of topic cards. One per pair.
Procedure
Put students in pairs. Give each pair a topic card.
Student A argues for option 1, Student B argues for option 2 (regardless of their real opinion).
Each student has 2 minutes to make their case, using at least three comparative or superlative sentences.
After both sides speak, the pair decides together which side made the stronger argument.
Rotate topic cards and switch which option each student defends.
Whole-class wrap-up: vote on the most interesting debate.
Casa ESL — Comparatives & Superlatives — A2–B1
Speaking Activity
Student Materials
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Which is better? Debate these topics using comparatives and superlatives.Which is better? Debate these topics using comparatives and superlatives.
Living in the city vs. living in the countryside
Summer holidays vs. winter holidays
Learning online vs. learning in a classroom
Cooking at home vs. eating at restaurants
Reading books vs. watching films
Working in a team vs. working alone
Travelling by train vs. travelling by plane
Having one close friend vs. having many friends