Feeling Nervous? Here's What To Do
Grammar: Should / shouldn't + adjectives of feelings
A Level 2 English lesson exploring daily life.
What's in this lesson
A Level 2 (elementary) ESL lesson on daily life, practising should / shouldn't + adjectives of feelings. The worksheet has a reading, target vocabulary, a grammar reference with practice and discussion questions.
From the reading: Feeling Nervous? Here's What To Do
Last year, Simone Biles talked openly about feeling nervous before big competitions. She said she felt anxious and stressed sometimes. Many people were surprised. Biles is one of the best gymnasts in the world, but she still has bad days. She said athletes should talk about their feelings. They shouldn't keep everything inside.
Vocabulary
- anxious
- frustrated
- scared
- excited
- stressed
- bored
Grammar
- Feeling adjectives
- I feel nervous before exams. — use an adjective after feel/be
- Should + advice
- You should talk to someone. — use should + base verb for advice
Discussion questions
- How do you feel before a big test or interview?
- Is it good to talk about your feelings at work?
- What makes you feel excited?
Feeling Nervous? Here's What To Do
Grammar: Should / shouldn't + adjectives of feelings
What's in this lesson:
Full lesson plan with reading, grammar, vocabulary, and discussion.
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