This is the first whole lesson plan, suitable for an intermediate (or higher) class. It follows the path of reading, then discussion, and there is also an optional writing task.

The topic of  ‘Coincidence’ can strongly arouse the curiosity of students. It begins with the birthday paradox, then explores several so-called coincidences between Presidents Lincoln and Kennedy, before a reading text which gives details of some truly remarkable coincidences.

Coincidence whole lesson : Click here for a pdf file including an answer key, which can be freely downloaded. Please read a small excerpt of the reading text below.