A whole lesson with vocabulary and activities related to business.

1. Lesson
5
Conferences

2. 1 Divide the students into small groups and ask them to brainstorm a list of potential
topics
that could be discussed at the annual conference. After 5 minutes, have each group
share
their ideas with the class.
2 Give each student a scenario where they are a participant at the conference. Ask
them to
write a short dialogue between themselves and another attendee discussing their
expectations for the event. Encourage them to use polite and professional language in
their dialogue.
3 Show the students a list of networking tips and etiquette guidelines. Ask them to
discuss
in pairs which tips they find most important for making meaningful connections at the
conference. Have each pair share their top tips with the class.

3. Let's Warm Up
with Some
Lead-in
Activities!

4. accommodate

5. arrangement

6. association

7. attend

8. get in touch

9. hold

10. location

11. overcrowded

12. register

13. select

14. session

15. take part in

18. Dear Members of the Accommodation Arrangments Association,
I am writing to invite you to attend our upcoming annual conference, which will be held in the
beautiful city of Prague from 15th-18th September. The theme of this year's conference is
'Exploring New Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry' and we have put together an exciting
program of presentations, workshops, and networking events.
The conference will take place at the Grand Hotel Europa, a five-star hotel located in the heart
of the city. As accommodation providers, I am sure you will appreciate the luxurious facilities
and excellent service that the hotel offers.

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i n f o r m a t i o n , p l e a s e d o n o t h e s i t a t e t o g e t i n t o u c h . Y o u r s s i n c e r e l y , A n n a N o v a k C o n f e r e n c e
O r g a n i z e r .

22. 1 What is the theme of this year's conference?
a The rise of online booking platforms
b The latest trends in interior design
c Exploring New Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry
d Strategies for attracting international tourists

23. Where will the conference be held?
a Berlin
b Prague
c London
d Madrid

24. How long will the conference last?
a 2 days
b 3 days
c 4 days
d 5 days

25. What type of hotel will the conference take place in?
a A three-star hotel
b A four-star hotel
c A five-star hotel
d A boutique hotel

26. What will be included in the registration fee?
a Accommodation and meals
b Transportation and sightseeing
c Access to all sessions and social events
d All of the above

27. When is the deadline for submitting a
proposal to present at the conference?
a 30th April
b 15th May
c 31st May
d 1st June

28. Who is the organizer of the conference?
a Anna Novak
b John Smith
c Sarah Lee
d Michael Johnson