Engaging Students with Two Truths and a Lie

Why is it important to engage students at the beginning of a lesson?

• To make the lesson more memorable and effective

• To increase the length of the lesson

• To ensure they complete their homework

• To reduce the amount of teaching required

Which of the following statements about Edgar Allan Poe is false?

• He was born in Baltimore, Maryland

• He wrote love poems

• He was one of the first writers of detective stories

• He inspired the name of an American football team

What is a suggested group size for the 'Two Truths and a Lie' activity?

• 1-2 students

• 7-8 students

• 5-6 students

• 3-4 students

What is one of the suggested questions for a class discussion after the activity?

• Why is Edgar Allan Poe a famous author?

• What was your favorite statement?

• What is the best way to win the game?

• How did you decide which statements were lies?

What can students do to create their own version of the 'Two Truths and a Lie' activity?

• Design a poster

• Create a new game

• Write a short story

• Use song lyrics to trick classmates