The Minion's past

Minions: Past Perfect Discovery

1. Watch & Tick

Before they met Gru, what had happened? (0:00 - 1:00)

Seen dinosaurs
Killed their first master
Met the Pharaoh
Built a world wonder
Been with Napoleon

2. What's the Grammar Rule?

Analyze this sentence:

"Before they met Gru, they had seen the Dinosaurs."

A. What is the tense of the blue verb?

B. What is the tense of the red verb?

C. Which action happened first?

Tip: Use Past Perfect for the "earlier" of two past actions.

3. Practice the Trailer

1. Before they (become) Gru's servants, the minions (serve) Dracula.

2. They (kill) Dracula by the time they (move) to the pole.

3. They (lose) their purpose, that's why Kevin (decide) to set out.

4. They (spend) a lot of time at sea before they (get) to New York.

4. Writing Task

Write about another adventure the Minions had before meeting Gru. Use at least two Past Perfect sentences.

What happens at home while you are away

Level: A1 Kids & Young Teenagers

The Secret Life of Pets

1. Watch the Trailer

Watch the video carefully and pay attention to what the animals do when their owners leave.

2. Ability: Can or Can't?

Complete the sentences about animal abilities using "can" or "can't".

Elephants climb.

Dogs bite.

Snakes run.

Penguins fly.

Monkeys climb.

Horses jump.

Kangaroos walk backwards.

Sharks grow teeth.

Giraffes run.

Octopuses walk.

Flamingos swim.

Spiders climb.

Cats bite.

Birds fly.

Sharks stop moving.

3. Listening: Fill in the Blanks

Watch the scene with Max and Gidget again and complete their conversation.

Gidget: Bye Max.

Max: Hey Gidget.

Gidget: Any plans Gidget?

Max: Yes, big big stuff today Gidget. I've got big . I'm gonna here and I'm gonna for Katie to back.

Gidget: Oh that sounds . Well, I won't interrupt. I've got a very busy day too.

4. Creative Writing: My Secret Pet

Imagine what your pet (or a dream pet) does when you are at school. Write a short story about their secret life!

Fame and celebrities

Taylor Swift: Miss Americana (Level B2)

1. Watch the Trailer

2. Vocabulary: Choose the Correct Word

Select the word that best fits the context of the documentary.

1. The --?purposeachievement of this documentary is to get to know Taylor better.

2. She mentions feeling the --?pressurerelief to be a perfect role model for her fans.

3. The film offers an intimate --?glimpsesurvey into her private life.

4. After the backlash, she felt a need to --?rebrandconform her image.

5. She talks about the --?significantvisible change she felt when she stopped pleasing people.

6. The film captures the moment she decided to --?speak outhush up about political issues.

7. She had to learn to --?defyembrace the expectations placed on her.

8. The documentary explores her --?vulnerabilityarrogance and the toll of fame.

9. She reflects on the --?lonelinesscompanionship that often accompanies stardom.

10. The film shows her --?candidguarded moments, revealing her hidden side.

3. Class Challenge

🎮 Play the Blooket Game

4. Closure: Journalist Interview

Role-Play Task: Work in pairs. One is a Journalist, the other is Taylor Swift.

Journalist: Use B2 markers like "As I see it..." or "They appear to be..." to ask about her transformation.
Taylor: Use "To my mind..." or "I believe..." to explain your new perspective.