Sea Life and Our Relationship with the Ocean

Conversation - B2-C1 | Advance Level

8 $

Mar. 17 Tue , 09:00 USA

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Description

In this class, you talk about sea life, ocean experiences, and how humans affect marine ecosystems. You’ll share stories, opinions, and cultural perspectives while practicing natural spoken English.

Session Activities

1: When you think about the ocean, what images or feelings immediately come to mind?

2: Have you ever visited the ocean or gone snorkeling/diving? What was that experience like?

3: What sea animals do you find the most fascinating or mysterious?

1: Tell a story about a memorable experience you’ve had with the ocean or sea life. What made it special?

2: Many parts of the ocean are still unexplored. Why do you think the deep sea fascinates people so much?

3: Plastic pollution and overfishing are major problems. In your opinion, what everyday habits contribute to these issues?

4: Do you think individuals can really help protect the oceans, or is this mostly the responsibility of governments and corporations?

5: In some cultures, the ocean is deeply connected to mythology, religion, or identity. Does the ocean play a cultural role in your country?

6: Seafood is an important part of many diets. Do you think people should change their eating habits to protect marine life? Why or why not?

7: Technology now allows scientists to explore deeper parts of the ocean. What discoveries do you think might come out of deep-sea research in the future?

8: Ocean tourism (cruises, diving trips, beach resorts) can harm marine environments. How can tourism be carried out more responsibly?

9: Imagine the oceans 100 years from now. Do you think marine ecosystems will recover, decline, or transform? What factors will influence that future?

wipe out

to destroy something completely (species, ecosystems)

come across

to find or encounter something unexpectedly

carry out

to perform or conduct (research, conservation work)

cut back on

to reduce consumption

die off

when a large number of animals or plants suddenly disappear

wash up

when something from the ocean appears on the shore