Advanced Verb + Dependent Prepositions Lesson – Matching Activity, Definitions & Practice (ESOL/Func

Help your learners master tricky verb + dependent preposition structures with this clear, engaging and fully scaffolded lesson. Ideal for ESOL, Functional Skills English, EFL/ESL, and workplace communication classes, this resource teaches 10 high‑value verb–preposition combinations through matching tasks, definitions, and guided practice.

Students build confidence using structures such as insure against, devote oneself to, convict of, hint at, deliver on, and more — all presented with accessible explanations and real‑world meanings. The lesson improves accuracy in writing and speaking, supports exam preparation, and strengthens vocabulary range for professional or academic contexts.

Perfect for whole‑class teaching, small‑group intervention, or independent study.

Key Features
10 advanced verb + dependent preposition structures

Matching activity with clear definitions

Contextualised meanings to support real‑world usage

Lesson objectives included (recognition, accuracy, subtle meaning differences)

Ideal for ESOL, Functional Skills, EFL/ESL, Business English

Supports writing, speaking and exam tasks

Clear, teacher‑friendly layout

Great for intermediate–advanced learners