This flipchart contains several ways to let students explore
euphemisms. 5 pages for brainstorm and discussion 1 page for
sorting expressions into categories 10 question pages that
students can vote on their choice of correct answer. Many of
these pages call for the use of Activote or Activexpression
learner response system. ActivInspire features used in this
lesson include: Rollover showing captions Using euphemisms
involves using a word or phrase that is more socially acceptable
in place of another word or phrase perceived as inappropriate in
certain contexts. Speakers employ this technique to avoid using
words that have a negative stigma attached to them, to avoid
offending others by speaking of taboo or sacred subjects
directly, to over-inflate the importance of certain words, and
to obfuscate meaning from others. Particular Challenges for ESL
Students While native speakers understand the nuances of
English, ESL students often struggle to internalize the social
codes of conduct that fuel the need for euph