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Art on the streets: interviewing a mural painter

An arts reporter interviews Zoe, who paints giant murals in her city; students practice probing interview questions and interview an artist.

B2Adults50 minInterview

About this lesson

A B2 speaking lesson (interview). Warm-ups, role plays and discussion tasks — get the whole class talking.

Level
B2
Skill
Speaking
Type
Interview
Students
Adults
Time
About 50 minutes
Topic
Movies, books & the arts
Activities
Key words, Speaking / writing task, Reading text, Multiple choice, Gap-fill
Key words
mural, commission, sketch, controversial, a blank canvas, paint over, get your head around
Access
Premium

By the end, students can

  • Ask open, probing interview questions and follow up on answers
  • Talk about art, creativity and public reactions to art