Here’s a list of 20 topics that are highly relevant for practicing “etwas gemeinsam planen” (planning something together) for the German B1 exam:
1. Urlaub planen
- Destination, travel method, accommodation, activities, and budget.
2. Freizeitaktivitäten organisieren
- Going to the cinema, museum, or concert, or planning a sports activity.
3. Essen gehen
- Choosing a restaurant, deciding on cuisine, time, and who makes the reservation.
4. Geburtstagsparty planen
- Venue, guest list, theme, decorations, food, and music.
5. Ein Ausflug organisieren
- Day trip to a nearby city or nature, transport, and schedule.
6. Wochenende planen
- Discussing leisure plans, like relaxing or visiting friends.
7. Haushaltsaufgaben verteilen
- Sharing tasks like cleaning, grocery shopping, or cooking.
8. Ein Projekt in der Schule oder Arbeit
- Assigning roles, deadlines, and materials needed.
9. Einkaufen für ein Fest
- Making a shopping list, dividing who buys what.
10. Eine Veranstaltung besuchen
- Choosing an event (like a fair or open-air concert) and organizing tickets and logistics.
11. Sprachkurs planen
- Choosing a course, discussing time availability, and shared learning goals.
12. Einen Filmabend organisieren
- Deciding on the movie, snacks, and location.
13. Urlaubsbudget besprechen
- Setting a budget, agreeing on costs for travel, food, and activities.
14. Sportliche Aktivitäten planen
- Going for a hike, bike ride, or joining a sports class.
15. Weihnachtsfeier organisieren
- Planning the menu, decorations, and gift exchange.
16. Einen Umzug planen
- Discussing packing, transport, and who helps on moving day.
17. Einen Tanzkurs besuchen
- Agreeing on the type of dance and a convenient schedule.
18. Ein Ehrenamt übernehmen
- Volunteering for a cause and organizing the first steps together.
19. Einen Vortrag vorbereiten
- Choosing the topic, dividing sections, and scheduling rehearsals.
20. Einen Treffpunkt und Zeit ausmachen
- Discussing the most convenient meeting place and time.
When practicing, focus on vocabulary for suggestions (z. B. Wie wäre es mit…?), expressing opinions (z. B. Ich finde, wir sollten…), and making compromises (z. B. Vielleicht können wir einen Mittelweg finden.). You can also use role-plays to make it engaging!