Me neither! 10 Basic Adjective-Preposition Collocations for Beginners

Discover and Master Adjective Preposition Collocations for Beginners with This Fun and Engaging Activity!

Looking for a way to teach adjective preposition collocations for beginners that’s both interactive and effective? This A0-level activity is designed to help students discover, practice, and master collocations like “afraid of,” “worried about,” and “good at” in a meaningful context. Perfect for ESL teachers looking to boost their students’ confidence in grammar and conversation, this resource is versatile and easy to use in any classroom setting.

How It Works: Students work in pairs or small groups to complete the activity. One student begins by reading a sentence aloud, such as “Blake is afraid of dogs,” and then asks, “What about you?” The partner responds using one of the collocations, such as “I’m not afraid of spiders, but I’m worried about exams!” This turn-taking format encourages students to share personal experiences and practice forming accurate sentences with adjective-preposition combinations.

Once students complete the activity, they can compare answers with the class or present their findings in pairs. The built-in examples and structured responses, like “Me too!” or “I’m not worried about that,” provide a framework to build fluency while having fun.

You could also turn it into a Lie Detector Game, where partners respond the question “What about you?” with either the truth or a lie. The asker must decide whether they are telling the truth or not, earning a point each time they are correct.

What’s Included:

• A printable PDF designed for both in-person and online-friendly use (perfect for ZOOM or laptops).
• 10 carefully selected collocations tailored for A0-level students to ensure practical and accessible learning.
• Examples of collocations in context, including “afraid of,” “good at,” and “worried about.”

Why You’ll Love This Activity:
✔ Engaging and Versatile: Ideal for pair work, small groups, or even full-class presentations.
✔ Confidence-Building: Students will feel empowered using real-life grammar in conversations.
✔ Flexible Format: Use it as a printable worksheet or share it digitally for remote lessons.

Give your students the tools they need to master adjective preposition collocations for beginners in a dynamic and interactive way. Add this essential ESL activity to your teaching toolkit today!

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