Elicit v. Illicit | Advanced Lesson Plan

The lesson targets two visually similar words that differ in both grammatical role and meaning. A comparison page distinguishes a verb meaning to draw out or evoke from an adjective describing something unlawful or disallowed. Learners then choose the appropriate form in context and judge whether usage is correct, moving from definition to application and editing. Completed exercises support review, while exact items and responses remain excluded from this customer-facing draft.

Grades: Not Grade Specific
File type: PDF
Preparation: Print ready

Updated Feb 19, 2024

Subject: ESL, Language Development, ELA
Topic: Word Uses, Verbs
Resource types: Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools
Preparation: Print ready

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Elicit v. Illicit | Advanced Lesson Plan This advanced lesson plan helps students master the difference between "elicit" and "illicit." It begins by clearly explaining each term, providing examples and non-examples to illustrate proper usage. Students then apply their knowledge through targeted exercises assessing comprehension and grammar skills. Educators can implement this versatile resource in multiple settings - whole group instruction, small group practice, individual assignments, or homework. The engaging material challenges more advanced learners while the answer key supports self-directed learning. Provided as a downloadable PDF, it also integrates with Google Apps for easy digital assignment. This standards-aligned lesson plan aims to boost vocabulary and language mastery for grades 7-12.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

Distinguish the meanings and grammatical roles of elicit and illicit
Select the correct word form for a sentence context
Identify and revise incorrect usage of the commonly confused pair

Teaching tips

Begin by having learners label each target word's part of speech.
Ask learners to explain the contextual clue behind a choice before consulting the completed material.

Skills covered

Word choice — learners select between commonly confused forms.
Context analysis — surrounding meaning determines the appropriate term.
Editing — incorrect usage is identified and corrected.

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Concepts & topics

Core concepts

Elicit and illicit
Commonly confused words
Advanced usage

Topics

Word Uses Verbs Adjectives Grammar Lesson ESL Illicit Elicit Illicit and Elicit

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ESL Language Development ELA Lesson Plans Teacher Tools Not Grade Specific

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