2 Truths & 1 Lie Battle

This idea is pretty simple, but I wanted to share it here in case anyone needs a long form, no-prep activity to fill the end of a lesson. It covers writing, some speaking, and gets the whole class involved!

HOW TO PLAY:

1. Give students about 5-10 minutes to write three sentences, two that are true and one that is false. These sentences can target just about any grammar point you like. I've used it with straightforward "I am/I can" sentences, past tense, and the classic present perfect.

2. Encourage students to give their sentences interesting details, it will make it harder to spot the lie.

3. Break students into small groups and have them play the game there for 5 minutes or so. This will give students a chance to practice and refine their sentences before moving on to the "battle."

4. Bring the class back together and divide them in half (Team A and Team B). From here, one student from each team will come to the front and read their sentences. The member of the opposite team must determine the lie. They are allowed to consult with their team and ask additional questions. If their guess is correct, their team earns a point.

5. Play as many rounds as you like.

NOTES:
- The game is the most fun when the other members of the team participate. I usually walk around and coax students to contribute their opinion, or ask questions of the team members myself. The kids really get a kick out of catching their friends in a lie so don't be afraid to put them on the spot with a difficult question!