The City That Reads + Reported Speech

Books, Libraries and Culture Vocabulary

This lesson explores books, libraries, and cultural life, focusing on Copenhagen's libraries as community hubs. Key words and phrases include page-turner, heavy-going, thought-provoking, escapism, banned book, literary canon, marginalia, archive, and civic engagement.

Reported Speech with Different Tenses and Reporting Verbs

Learners study Reported Speech across tenses with a range of reporting verbs. They transform direct quotes into reported sentences, complete controlled practice, and use the structures in discussions and debates.

Reading and Listening: Copenhagen's Black Diamond Library

Students read and listen to a text about Copenhagen's Black Diamond Library, complete comprehension and summary tasks, and analyse quotes about reading culture.

Speaking and Debate: Censorship and the Future of Libraries

Students engage in debates, group discussions, and role-play on censorship, digital literacy, and the value of cultural heritage — practising reported speech throughout. Homework includes listening, grammar transformation, and writing tasks.