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📘 Vocabulary (A1–A2 – White Lies & Lying)

• Lie – something not true

• Tell the truth – say what is real

• White lie – a small lie to be kind (not to hurt someone)

• Secret – something you don’t tell others

• Honest – always telling the truth

• Dishonest – not telling the truth

• Excuse – a reason you give (sometimes not true)

• Trust – believe someone is honest

• Promise – say you will do something

💬 ESL Questions (A1–A2 – White Lies & Lying)

1. What is a lie? Can you give an example?

2. Have you ever told a white lie to a friend? Why?

3. Do you think it is okay to lie if you don’t want to hurt someone?

4. Who do you usually tell the truth to (family, friends, teachers)?

5. Do children lie more than adults? What do you think?

6. How do you feel when someone lies to you?

7. Is it better to always tell the truth? Why or why not?

8. Can you tell me about a time when someone lied to you?

9. Do people in your culture tell white lies often?

10. What is better: a white lie or being 100% honest?