Intermediate Speaking Power

1. Look at the picture and talk about it.

2. Answer the questions and discuss your answers with the teacher.

• Do you have a holiday like Halloween in your country? If yes, what is it?
  
• Do you think Halloween is better than other holidays, such as Christmas? Why/not?
  
• Have you ever been to a costume party? If yes, what costume did you wear?
  
• Have you ever seen a really scary movie for Halloween? Please explain.
  
• What do you know about Halloween? Talk with a partner.
  
• What are some symbols of Halloween? Do you know what any of these symbols mean?
  
• What do you know about the history of Halloween? Please explain.
  
• Some people think Halloween is dangerous. What do you think?
  
• Some people think Halloween is a waste of time. What do you think?
  
• Brainstorm words and ideas associated with "witch." Why did you choose these words?
  
• Brainstorm words and ideas associated with "ghost." Why did you choose these words?
  
• Do you think witches are real? Why/not?
  
• Do you think ghosts are real? Why/not?
  
• Do you get scared easily? Please explain.
  
• Have you ever carved a jack-o'-lantern? If yes, what did it look like?
  
• What does "trick or treat" mean? When do people say it? Why?
  
• People often give candy, apples, or money to trick-or-treaters. Which would you want to get? Why?
  
• If you went to a Halloween party this year, what costume would you wear?
  
• Rate the following costumes, from best to worst. Support your answers:
  

          1) a witch
          2) a pirate
          3) a zombie
          4) a character from a movie
          5) a gorilla

• Usually only children go trick-or-treating. What age is too old to dress up in a costume and do this?