Speaking calendar/World Lion Day
August 10th · Conservation & Power

World Lion Day

A day to celebrate the king of the jungle. Lions are more than just powerful predators; they are a vital keystone species that maintains the balance of their ecosystem. Today, we debate the ethics of trophy hunting, the effectiveness of wildlife conservation programs, and why the lion has remained a universal symbol of leadership and courage for thousands of years.

SPEAKING LESSONB1 / B2Discussion · Vocabulary · Activities
01 / LET’S TALK

Speaking Discussion

  1. Why do humans have such a deep fascination with apex predators like lions? Is it fear, or respect?
  2. Some people argue that controlled trophy hunting actually helps fund conservation. Do you agree, or is this just an excuse for animal cruelty?
  3. How does a country's tourism industry benefit from its wildlife? Should that money go directly back into protecting the animals?
  4. In your opinion, is it ethical to keep lions in zoos, even if they are well-treated and used for education?
  5. Why is the lion the most common animal used in national flags and royal symbols around the world?
  6. If you were a wildlife photographer, would you be brave enough to sit in an open vehicle just meters away from a lion pride?
02 / PUT IT INTO PRACTICE

Activity 1: The Lion's Share

The Task: You are a Wildlife Sanctuary Director. You have been given $1 million to save a local lion population. How will you spend it?

Present your plan. Will you focus on security, education, or land purchase?

Activity 2: Rapid Fire Sentences

Complete the sentence and justify it in 20 seconds.

  • "I think the most impressive thing about a lion is..."
  • "Protecting endangered species is important because..."
  • "In my opinion, the best way to lead a group is..."