Modern-Day Heroes


Poziom: B1+/B2

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Pełna lekcja Let’s Talk: Modern-Day Heroes – w sklepie

Modern-Day Heroes

  • Who do you consider to be a modern-day hero, and why do they inspire you?
  • Do you think heroes today are different from heroes in the past? In what ways?
  • Are there any unsung heroes in your community? What makes them special?
  • What qualities do you think a person needs to be considered a hero today?
  • How do modern-day heroes influence younger generations?

Icons and Celebrities

  • Who is your favourite celebrity, and why do you admire them?
  • Do you think celebrities have a responsibility to be good role models? Why or why not?
  • What makes someone a cultural icon in today’s world?
  • Can celebrities use their fame to make a real difference in the world?
  • Can you think of a celebrity who has used their fame to make a real difference?
  • Have any celebrities disappointed you with their actions? How do you feel about that?

Influencers and Social Media Personalities

  • Who is your favourite influencer, and what content do they create?
  • Do social media influencers have more power over people’s opinions than traditional celebrities?
  • How do you decide whether an influencer is worth following?
  • What do you look for in an influencer’s content?
  • Do you think influencers always show their true selves online, or is it more of an act?
  • Can influencers be considered role models, or are they just entertainers?

Role Models

  • Who was your role model growing up?
  • Do you still look up to your childhood role model today?
  • What’s the difference between a role model and a hero, in your opinion?
  • Can role models come from any profession, or do they need to be famous?
  • How can someone become a good role model for others?
  • Have you ever been a role model for someone else? How did that feel?

Fame and Responsibility

  • Do you think being famous automatically makes someone a role model? Why or why not?
  • Can fame ever negatively affect someone who is considered a role model or hero?
  • Should celebrities and influencers be held accountable for their actions, even if they’re just entertainers?
  • How can someone balance being in the public eye with maintaining their personal values?
  • Is it fair to expect famous people to be role models, or should they be free of those expectations?

Activists and Visionaries

  • Can a young activist really change the world? Why or why not?
  • Can a controversial person still be a good role model?
  • Does controversial behaviour affect someone’s status as a visionary leader? Why or why not?
  • Who does more to solve global challenges: activists or technology innovators?
  • What qualities do you think earn someone a place on the cover of Time magazine?