English
Speaking
Lesson
Topic: Pros and
Cons of Living in
the USA
Warm-up Discussion
How long did you live in the USA?
What city or state were you in?
What were your first impressions when you arrived?
What did you find very different from your home
country?
What did you enjoy the most?
What were some things that annoyed or surprised
you?
Did you make friends easily?
What did you miss from home while living there?
🧠 Fun Fact: Have you ever considered moving to the US
The USA has over 330 million permanently?
people and more than Would you recommend living in the US to a friend?
19,000 cities. Why/why not?
2. Vocabulary: Pros and Cons
Protected by the Constitution; people can
Freedom of speech
express opinions openly
Many families live in houses outside cities
Suburban life
with cars
Easily available and cheap but often
Fast food culture
unhealthy
Often expensive and insurance-based; not
Healthcare system
universal
Access to modern conveniences, good
High standard of living
salaries, services
Guns are widely available; laws vary by
Gun laws
state
Large economy, especially in tech,
Job opportunities
business, healthcare
Often more focused on work; fewer
Work-life balance
holidays compared to Europe
People of many races, cultures, and
Diversity
backgrounds live together
Big cities like NYC and SF are very
Cost of living
expensive; smaller towns are cheaper
3. Brainstorming
• Task:
Write 5 pros and 5 cons based on your
personal experience in the US.
Then categorize them:
🏠 lifestyle, 💼 work, 💬 people, 🧾 laws, 💰money
4. Debate: Would
You Move to the
USA?
• Round 1: Defend living
in the US
• Round 2: Oppose
living there
• Round 3: Give your
final opinion
• Use phrases like:
- From my experience...
- On the other hand...
- It depends on ….
- A major benefit is …
Topics:
5.
• - Daily routine
Roleplay:
Coffee • - Culture shock
Talk • - Differences
• - Final thoughts
6. Quiz + Games
True or False:
•The USA has no official language.
•Americans eat more pizza than Italians.
•The US has more lakes than the rest of the world combined.
•Public transport is common and efficient everywhere.
•You must tip at least 10–20% in restaurants.
Part B – Finish the Sentence
Americans are known for being very…
One stereotype about the USA that is true is…
If you live in the US, you should be prepared to…
•Part C – “Two Truths and a Lie” (USA Edition)
Set 1:
•Alaska is the largest state in the US.
•The drinking age in most states is 18.
•The US has 50 states.
Set 2:
•Americans drive on the right side of the
road.
•The Statue of Liberty was a gift from Canada.
•Many homes have garbage disposals in the
sink.
Set 3:
•In some places, people say "y’all" instead of
"you all."
•New York is the capital of the USA.
•Thanksgiving is celebrated in November.
7. Compare US States
• - California: diverse, tech-heavy but expensive
• - Texas: Friendly, affordable, hot, lots of space
• - New York: Fast-paced, cosmopolitan, expensive
• - Florida: beach lifestyle, tourism but hot/humid
• - Colorado: sporty, nature
• Questions:
•Which place sounds more appealing?
•Where would you go for work? For fun?
•Which state would be hardest to live in for you?
