Is there a spring in your step this season?
Get your students talking about spring as they explore this topic by answering questions and participating in group discussions. The language in this poll is suitable for low-intermediate+ English learners. You could use this poll on the first day of spring or before or after spring break.
Preview
1. Do you like spring?
- Yes! Spring is my favorite season.
- Yes, but I prefer another season.
- No, I don't like spring.
Keywords
Do you know these words?
- spring break
- spring into action
- seasonal
- daylight saving time
- in (fashion)
Agree or Disagree?
2. I often do spring cleaning around my home.
- Agree. I spring into action around my home at this time of year.
- Disagree. I don't do any special cleaning in the springtime.
3. Spring is a great time to take a vacation.
- I agree. I often go away for spring break.
- I agree, but I rarely get a break at this time of year.
- I disagree. I prefer taking vacations during other seasons.
4. I am interested in what's "in" this season.
- Agree. I like buying new clothes in the springtime.
- Agree. I like seeing what's in, but I don't change my own wardrobe.
- Disagree. "Anything goes" for me when it comes to fashion.
Elaborate
5. The best part about spring is...
- the warmer weather
- the flowers and trees
- the rain
- the longer days
- the outdoor activities
- the lighter clothing
6. Which do you think means "He is not that young and energetic anymore"?
- He's no spring leaf.
- He's no spring sunshine.
- He's no spring chicken.
- He's no spring puppy.
7. What do you think "to have spring fever" means?
- to be sick all the time
- to be tired due to daylight saving time
- to fall in love during springtime
- to feel excited due to the beginning of spring