Compare the following football players

 

Physical Attributes:

• Fast/Faster/Fastest: Speed is crucial in modern football.
• Strong/Stronger/Strongest: Physical strength is vital for tackling, holding off defenders, and winning aerial duels.
• Tall/Taller/Tallest: Height can be an advantage for heading the ball and defending.
• Powerful/More Powerful/Most Powerful: Describes players with explosive strength and shot power.

Technical Skills:

• Skilled/More Skilled/Most Skilled: A general term for players with high technical ability.
• Creative/More Creative/Most Creative: Describes players who can make unexpected and skillful plays.
• Technical/More Technical/Most Technical: Refers to players with precise ball control and passing.
• Clinical/More Clinical/Most Clinical: Used for players who are efficient and decisive in front of goal.
• Accurate/More Accurate/Most Accurate: Describes players with precise passing, shooting, and crossing.

Tactical & Mental Attributes:

• Intelligent/More Intelligent/Most Intelligent: Describes players who understand the game well and make smart decisions.
• Disciplined/More Disciplined/Most Disciplined: Refers to players who follow tactical instructions and maintain their position.
• Determined/More Determined/Most Determined: Describes players with a strong will to win and overcome challenges.
• Consistent/More Consistent/Most Consistent: Refers to players who perform at a high level consistently throughout the season.
• Leader/More Leader-like/Most Leader-like: Describes players who inspire and motivate their teammates.

Other Adjectives:

• Attacking: Focuses on offensive play.
• Defensive: Focuses on defensive play.
• Experienced: Describes players with many years of professional experience.
• Young: Describes players who are early in their careers.
• Exciting: Describes players who are entertaining to watch.
• Influential: Describes players who significantly impact their team's performance.
  
  
  

Lionel Messi: Arguably the greatest footballer of all time, known for his incredible dribbling, passing, and goal-scoring abilities.

Cristiano Ronaldo: A legendary goalscorer with exceptional athleticism, speed, and jumping ability.

Kylian Mbappé: One of the fastest and most exciting players in the world, known for his blistering pace and clinical finishing.

Erling Haaland: A prolific goalscorer with incredible strength and physicality.

Kevin De Bruyne: A world-class midfielder known for his exceptional passing range, vision, and creativity.

Here's some basic information on the five players you mentioned:

• Lionel Messi

  • Age: 36
  • Height: 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
  • Strength: Medium
  • Creativity: Exceptional
  • Accuracy: Exceptional
  • Speed: High

• Cristiano Ronaldo

  • Age: 38
  • Height: 1.87 m (6 ft 1 in)
  • Strength: High
  • Creativity: High
  • Accuracy: Exceptional
  • Speed: Very High

• Kylian Mbappé

  • Age: 24
  • Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
  • Strength: High
  • Creativity: High
  • Accuracy: Very High
  • Speed: Exceptional

• Erling Haaland

  • Age: 23
  • Height: 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in)
  • Strength: Exceptional
  • Creativity: High
  • Accuracy: Very High
  • Speed: High

• Kevin De Bruyne

• Age: 32
• Height: 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)
• Strength: Medium
• Creativity: Exceptional
• Accuracy: Exceptional
• Speed: High

The major themes in Macbeth:

 Here's a scheme of the major themes in Macbeth:

1. Ambition and its Consequences:

• Unbridled Ambition: The play's core theme. Macbeth's initial ambition is fueled by the witches' prophecies, but it quickly changes into a destructive force, leading him down a path of murder and tyranny.

• Guilt and Paranoia: As Macbeth commits more and more crimes, guilt and paranoia consume him. He becomes increasingly isolated and distrustful, leading to his downfall.

• The Corruption of Power: The pursuit of power corrupts Macbeth's soul, transforming him from a noble warrior into a ruthless tyrant.

2. The Supernatural:

• The Witches' Role: The witches play a significant role in instigating Macbeth's ambition, though their prophecies are open to interpretation.

• Fate vs. Free Will: The play explores the interplay between fate and free will. Do the witches' prophecies determine Macbeth's destiny, or does he have the power to choose his own path?

• Appearance vs. Reality: The supernatural elements create an atmosphere of illusion and deception, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural.

3. Appearance vs. Reality:

• Deception and Betrayal: Macbeth and Lady Macbeth use deception and manipulation to achieve their goals, leading to a climate of mistrust and betrayal.

• The Importance of Honesty: The play highlights the importance of honesty and integrity, contrasting the deceitful actions of the protagonists with the genuine loyalty of characters like Macduff.

4. Gender Roles:

• Lady Macbeth's Ambition: Lady Macbeth is a complex character who actively participates in her husband's crimes. Her ambition and ruthlessness challenge traditional gender roles.

• Masculinity and Violence: The play explores themes of masculinity and violence, particularly in relation to Macbeth's descent into tyranny.

5. The Nature of Kingship:

• The Rightful King: The play examines the concept of rightful kingship, contrasting the tyrannical rule of Macbeth with the legitimate claim of Malcolm.

• Order and Disorder: Macbeth's reign disrupts the natural order of things, leading to chaos and instability.

Similarities Between Stevenson & Pirandello

 

Similarities Between Stevenson & Pirandello

 

●       Exploration of Identity

○       Stevenson:

■       Duality of Human Nature

■       Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde

■       Conflict between Good & Evil

○       Pirandello:

■       Fluidity & Fragmentation of Identity

■       Multiple Selves

■       Masks in Society

■       "Six Characters in Search of an Author"

■       "The Man with the Flower in His Mouth"

●       Focus on the Absurd

○       Stevenson:

■       Gothic Tales

■       Uncanny & Inexplicable

■       Questioning Reality

○       Pirandello:

■       Illogical & Unpredictable Life

■       Trapped Characters

■       Futility of Existence

●       Social Commentary

○       Stevenson:

■       Critique of Victorian Society

■       Poverty, Injustice, Hypocrisy

○       Pirandello:

■       Satire of Social Conventions

■       Constraints of Social Roles

■       Impact of Social Pressures

●       Key Differences

○       Stevenson:

■       Adventure, Fantasy, Gothic Horror

○       Pirandello:

■       Philosophical & Absurdist Plays & Novels

■       Deep Exploration of Human Condition

In Summary

○       Shared Fascination with:

■       Complexities of Human Identity

■       Absurdity of Existence

■       Impact of Social Forces

 

comparative and superlative

https://view.genially.com/648ad9e3d6c62c00199a0389/interactive-content-escape-room-comparatives-and-adjectives 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/513937/inglese/comparatives-superlatives-3

superhero comparisons

first step to teach comparatives and superlatives

https://esl-planet.com/resources/comparative-adjectives-beep.pdf

https://esl-planet.com/resources/this-is-better-comparatives.pdf

https://esl-planet.com/resources/who-has-the-cutest-pet-superlatives.pdf

https://www.usingenglish.com/files/pdf/food-and-drink-comparatives-discussion-and-presentation.pdf

comparative bamboozle

PRESENT PERFECT -gone vs been

GONE vs BEEN 

PRESENT PERFECT

YET (PRESENT PERFECT) 

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

https://myenglishscrapbook.blogspot.com/2015/01/present-continuous.html?view=flipcard 

Let's recap tenses

let's recap tenses 

PRESENT PERFECT PASSIVE

https://wordwall.net/resource/11167183/angielski/passive-voice-present-perfect

 

Macbeth and the theme of persuasion 

persuasive vocabulary

PRESENT PERFECT vs PAST SIMPLE 

Comparatives and superlatives

https://www.baamboozle.com/classic/42982 

WORDWALL COMPARATIVES and SUPERLATIVES

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/536794/inglese/comparatives- 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/4601922/inglese/what-do-you-know-about-italy

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/2157122/comparatives

INTO THE WEST words and definitions from the novel ON THE ROAD

 

1. Plain:

●       Synonym: Simple

●       Definition: Not elaborate or decorated; basic or unadorned.

2. Roll:

●       Synonym: Rotate

●       Definition: Turn around and around on an axis or rotate.

3. Dig:

●       Synonym: Excavate

●       Definition: Remove earth, snow, etc. from the ground.

4. Frantic:

●       Synonym: Desperate

●       Definition: Feeling or expressing a state of extreme anxiety or fear.

5. Leafy:

●       Synonym: Verdant

●       Definition: Covered with leaves.

6. Rickety:

●       Synonym: Shaky

●       Definition: (Of a structure or piece of furniture) likely to collapse or break.

7. Twinge:

●       Synonym: Pang

●       Definition: A sudden sharp pain.

8. Haze:

●       Synonym: Mist

●       Definition: A slight fog, mist, or smoke that makes it difficult to see clearly.

9. Shacks:

●       Synonym: Huts

●       Definition: A small, crudely built hut or cabin.

10. Sawdust:

●       Synonym: Wood shavings

●       Definition: Fine particles of wood produced by sawing.

11. Clank:

●       Synonym: Clang

●       Definition: A loud resonant metallic sound.

12. Hotrod:

●       Synonym: Speedster

●       Definition: An old car that has been modified for racing or fast driving.

 

Macbeth and the art of persuasion

https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/teaching-resources/teaching-secondary/uk-history-and-literature/shakespeare/lady-macbeth-and-how

Lady Macbeth uses a variety of tactics to persuade Macbeth to kill Duncan:

• Questions his manhood: She calls him a coward and accuses him of lacking the courage to seize the crown. This plays on his ambition and desire for power.
• Minimizes the act: She suggests that the murder will be swift and easy, and that they will be able to frame the king's servants.
• Promises to take charge: She offers to handle the logistics of the murder, relieving Macbeth of some of the burden and responsibility.
• Appeals to his ambition: She reminds him of the potential rewards of becoming king, emphasizing the glory and power that await them.

Lady Macbeth employs several persuasive techniques to convince Macbeth to murder Duncan:  

• Appeal to Ambition: She constantly reminds Macbeth of the potential rewards of becoming king, emphasizing the glory and power that await them.  
• Gaslighting and Emotional Manipulation: She questions his manhood, accusing him of cowardice and weakness. This plays on his insecurities and desire to prove himself.  
• Minimization of the Act: She downplays the severity of the murder, suggesting it will be a swift and easy deed.  
• Shifting of Blame: She offers to take the blame for the murder, relieving Macbeth of some of the guilt and responsibility.
• Reassurance and Confidence: She expresses unwavering confidence in their success, assuring Macbeth that they will not be caught.

These techniques, combined with her strong will and unwavering determination, ultimately sway Macbeth and push him towards committing the regicide.

 

A clear plot of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and a comment on the story

 

MACBETH Questions to introduce the play and listening

Macbeth Essential Questions

1. Firstly, is ambition dangerous?
2. Secondly, is fear a good motivator?
3. Is weakness an innate part of humanity?
4. What does it mean to be a strong leader?
5. Are leaders born or made? How do you know?
6. Does free will exist, or does each person have a destiny?
7. Finally, what are the elements of a successful relationship?

LISTENING MACBETH

passive forms

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/17260005/english/past-passive-level-3b-what-is-the-past-passive-of-the 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/17949096/present-past-passive-voice-quiz

PRESENT PERFECT

present-perfect 

https://printdiscuss.com/present-perfect-conversation-questions/

parts-of-body-b2 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/2508170/esl-english/parts-of-the-body

zero and first conditional 

Short story-telling it and focusing on its vocabulary

 

 

too-enough wordwall

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/888673/inglese/how-much-vs-how-many 

https://wordwall.net/resource/32027729/too-much-too-many-and-enough-questions

https://wordwall.net/resource/19007509/english/too-enough

https://wordwall.net/resource/24493166/too-enough-2

conditionals-zero and first

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/15579500/zero-first-conditional-sentences 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/7509597/first-conditional

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/11800051/italiano/zero-first-conditional-box

Future forms wordwall

future forms 

MACBETH with questions

1.  What was the expression used by Shakespeare to refer to Macbeth?
2. Where was the tragedy first performed?
3. What does action-packed mean?
4. This is a bloody tragedy. What are the themes it deals about?
5. Who became king after Queen Elizabeth I?
6. Which century is the tragedy set?
7. What does rowdy audience mean?
8. What does jeering mean?
9. What's the first prophecy of the witches?
10. Lady Macbeth is obsessed with......................
11. What's done is done. What does it mean in Italian?
12. What issues being relevant still today does it deal with?

 

DEBATE -rebuttal tennis

 

TOPICS

Students in Italian schools shouldn't learn a foreign language

All students should wear a uniform 

Football players are paid too much money

Bullies should be excluded from school

EDUCAZIONE CIVICA SOCIAL MEDIA

 CREATE A PODCAST, answering the following questions

1. How many social media platforms can you name in English?
2. How many social media platforms do you use?
3. What social media platforms do you refuse to use? Why?
4. How much time do you spend using social media every day?
5. Why do you think that many people become addicted to social media?
6. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?
7. How can someone protect their privacy on social media?
8. What are some of your favorite social media?
9. Who are your top 3 social media personalities or influencers? Why?
10. Would you like to be a famous social media celebrity? Why or why not?

songs to learn future with will

 

future forms prezi presentation+ wordwall

future-forms-will-going-to-present-simple-present-continuous/ 

https://wordwall.net/it/resource/53859330/future-forms

WEATHER COLLOCATIONS AND IDIOMS-exercises 2 class (LEVEL B2)

 

1) Students complete with the Italian word

General Weather Conditions:

• Cold weather
• Hot weather
• Mild weather
• Rainy weather
• Dry weather
• Wet weather
• Stormy weather
• Foggy weather
• Windy weather
• Humid weather
• Freezing cold
• Blistering heat

Rain and Snow:

• Heavy rain
• Light rain
• Drizzle
• Torrential rain
• Rain showers
• Snow showers
• Flurries of snow
• Snowstorm
• Sleet
• Hailstones
• Patches of fog
• Thunderstorms
• Drenching rain

Wind:

• Strong winds
• Light breeze
• Gale-force winds
• Gusty winds
• Whistling wind
• Blustery winds

 

 2) Students write down the  Italian idioms next to the English ones

1.      A storm in a teacup___________________________________________________________

2.      Under the weather___________________________________________________________

3.      Save for a rainy day___________________________________________________________

4.      Every cloud has a silver lining________________________________________________________

5.      The calm before the storm___________________________________________________________

6.      Come rain or shine___________________________________________________________

7.      It’s raining cats and dogs___________________________________________________________

8.      A fair-weather friend___________________________________________________________

9.      Chasing rainbows___________________________________________________________

10.  Put something on ice___________________________________________________________

11.  Weather the storm___________________________________________________________

12.  Steal someone’s thunder___________________________________________________________

13.  In the eye of the storm___________________________________________________________

14.  A snowball effect___________________________________________________________

15.  The tip of the iceberg___________________________________________________________

 

 

 3)THEN I'LL READ THE SENTENCES and the students should say it aloud the idioms which perfectly fit in the sentence.

 1. 

    Meaning: A small problem or argument that is made out to be much bigger than it actually is

    Example: "Don’t worry about that argument with John. It’s just a storm in a teacup."

2.

• Meaning: Feeling ill or unwell.
• Example: "I think I’ll stay home today. I’m feeling a bit under the weather."

3.

• Meaning: Every difficult or unpleasant situation has a positive side or potential for improvement.
• Example: "I know you lost your job, but every cloud has a silver lining—you’ll find something better soon."

4.

• Meaning: A period of peace or quiet before a major event or difficulty occurs.
• Example: "The office was really quiet this morning—it's just the calm before the storm of deadlines next week."

5.

• Meaning: No matter what happens, regardless of the weather or circumstances.
• Example: "I’ll be there at 3 PM, come rain or shine."

6.

• Meaning: It’s raining very heavily.
• Example: "I was planning to go for a walk, but it’s raining cats and dogs outside."

7.

• Meaning: A person who is only your friend when things are going well but is not around during difficult times.
• Example: "Don’t rely on Tom—he’s a fair-weather friend. He disappears when things get tough."

8.

• Meaning: Pursuing something that is impossible or unlikely to happen.
• Example: "I think you’re just chasing rainbows by trying to get that contract—it’s unrealistic."

9.

• Meaning: To delay or postpone something.
• Example: "We had to put the project on ice until we get more funding."

10.

• Meaning: To survive a difficult or challenging situation.
• Example: "We lost a lot of customers during the recession, but we managed to weather the storm."

11.

• Meaning: A small, visible part of a much larger problem or situation.
• Example: "The issues with the new software are just the tip of the iceberg; there are many more problems to fix."

12.

• Meaning: To take attention or credit away from someone’s achievement.
• Example: "She announced her promotion at the meeting, but John stole her thunder by announcing his resignation right after."

13.

• Meaning: To be at the center of a difficult or chaotic situation.
• Example: "She was in the eye of the storm during the argument between the two team members, trying to keep the peace."

14.

• Meaning: A situation that starts small but grows bigger and more serious over time.
• Example: "The issue with the software bug had a snowball effect, and now the entire system is down."

15.

• Meaning: To keep money or resources for a time when you might need them in the future, especially in case of emergencies.
• Example: "I try to save a little bit every month for a rainy day, just in case something unexpected happens."