In this lesson, we explore how to express if something is possible or impossible, especially when talking about mysteries, unusual events, or strange creatures. Students will learn to use modal verbs, present simple, present continuous, past simple, and future forms (will/going to) to communicate ideas and opinions. Learners will discuss real or imaginary situations and practice how to agree or disagree politely.
Examples:
It’s possible that the lights came from a plane.
It can’t be an animal — it was flying!
They are going to investigate the mystery.
Is it really possible to see ghosts?
🧠GRAMMAR
Present Simple
People often see strange lights in the sky.
Many believe it’s just a story.
Present Continuous
Scientists are studying the phenomenon.
People are talking about the event online.
Past Simple
They saw something unusual last night.
No one explained what it was.
Future (Will / Going to)
Experts will publish a report soon.
We’re going to visit the place tomorrow.
Modal Verbs
It might be a drone.
It must be a reflection.
It can’t be a spaceship!
They should be careful.
Comparatives & Superlatives
This story is more mysterious than the last one.
It’s the most surprising thing I’ve heard!
Adverbs of Frequency / Prepositions
They usually happen at night.
The lights were above the trees.
📚 VOCABULARY (10 Words with Definition)
Word | Definition |
---|---|
Possible | Something that can happen or be true |
Impossible | Something that cannot happen or be true |
Mystery | Something strange that is difficult to explain |
Explain | To give reasons or details about something |
Sight | Something seen |
Theory | An idea to explain something |
Truth | The real facts about something |
Fake | Not real; made to look real |
Disappear | To go away or stop being seen |
Unusual | Not common or expected |
💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
That’s possible.
It could be real.
There’s no way that’s true.
I don’t believe it.
It might be fake.
They are going to check.
Let’s wait and see.
✏️ SENTENCES
Positive:
It’s possible that they saw something real.
Scientists are going to study the lights.
Negative:
It can’t be a UFO.
That’s impossible — there’s no proof.
Questions:
Is it possible to see strange lights?
Do you think the story is true?
Will they find out what happened?
Answers:
Yes, I think it’s possible.
No, I don’t think it’s real.
They will publish results next week.
🗣️ LONG CONVERSATION
Sam: Did you hear about the strange lights last night?
Anna: Yes! Do you think it’s possible they were real?
Sam: Maybe. Some people took videos, but they’re not very clear.
Anna: Could it be a drone or something?
Sam: It might be, but the lights moved in a weird way.
Anna: Hmm… It sounds like a mystery. Are scientists studying it?
Sam: Yes, they are going to release a report next month.
Anna: I can’t wait to find out the truth!
Sam: Me too. But sometimes these things stay unexplained.
📖 LONG READING
Title: The Lights That Came from Nowhere
Last Friday night, people in a small town saw bright lights in the sky. The lights moved quickly and changed colors. Some said it was a UFO. Others believed it was just a weather balloon.
A local team of scientists visited the area the next day. They interviewed people and checked the sky for aircraft. They said it’s possible the lights were from a satellite, but they aren’t sure.
Many people in the town still believe something strange happened. Some are excited, others are afraid. No one has a clear answer. The mystery continues.
Questions and Answers:
What did people see?
→ Strange, bright lights in the sky.When did it happen?
→ Last Friday night.What did scientists do?
→ They interviewed people and checked the sky.What do they think it was?
→ Maybe a satellite.Do people still believe it was strange?
→ Yes, many believe something strange happened.
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