Worksheet - Communicative Controlled Practice: Interview Activity Using Past Simple

Instructions: This activity aims to engage participants in practicing and applying the Past Simple Tense through interviewing each other about past experiences. Follow the steps below:

1. Pair Up:

   • Form pairs with a classmate. If odd numbers, create a group of three.

2. Select Roles:

   • Decide who will be the interviewer and who will be the interviewee for the first round.

3. Interview Process:

   • The interviewer asks the interviewee about a specific past experience using Past Simple Tense. Use the provided interview questions or create your own.
   • The interviewee responds using Past Simple Tense, sharing details about the chosen experience.

4. Switch Roles:

   • After the first interview, switch roles. The interviewee becomes the interviewer, and vice versa.

5. Presentation Preparation:

   • Each pair summarizes the information gathered during the interviews. Discuss key points, interesting details, or similarities between the experiences.

6. Class Presentation:

   • Each pair presents their findings to the class. Encourage the use of Past Simple Tense in the presentations.

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Interview Questions:

1. Can you share a past experience you enjoyed?
2. Describe a trip you took in the past.
3. What is a memorable event or celebration you attended?
4. Share a challenge you faced in the past and how you overcame it.
5. Discuss a moment from your childhood that you remember fondly.

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Presentation Guidelines:

1. Briefly introduce your partner.
2. Summarize the past experience they shared.
3. Highlight key details or interesting aspects of the experience.
4. Use Past Simple Tense consistently in your presentation.

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Peer Evaluation:

1. Evaluate your partner's use of Past Simple Tense during the interview.
2. Provide feedback on the clarity and coherence of their presentation.
3. Note any interesting details or unique aspects shared during the presentation.

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Conclusion: This interview activity not only provides an opportunity for participants to practice Past Simple Tense but also encourages communication and presentation skills. Through sharing and presenting past experiences, participants can reinforce their understanding of the tense while learning about their classmates. Happy interviewing and presenting!