activityB2
The News Story: B2 Fact & Speculation Activity
A B2 speaking activity: learners present and discuss a news story in a five-part structure, separating attributed fact from hedged speculation, with story cards so everyone has material.
Updated Oct 6, 2026
- Level
- B2
- Duration
- 30 min
- Skills
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Speaking
- Topic
- Everyday Life
- Age
- adults
- Format
- classroom
Learning objectives
- Present a news story in a clear structure
- Separate attributed fact from hedged speculation
- Lead and sustain a discussion and report back
What you need
- Story cards
- Five-part structure cards (optional)
- Pens
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