UK Couple Win Lottery Twice
CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT
1/11/2026
WARM-UP
Answer quickly. No right or wrong answers.
Have you ever bought a lottery ticket?
Do you believe luck is random?
What would you do if you suddenly became rich?
VOCABULARY
Essential (A1–B1)
lottery – a game where people buy tickets for a chance to win money
Example: Many people dream of winning the lottery.
random – happening without a clear pattern or reason
Example: The numbers are chosen at random.
in a row – happening one after another
Example: He worked late three nights in a row.
charity – an organization that helps people in need
Example: They donated part of their money to a charity.
blessed – feeling lucky or grateful
Example: She feels blessed to help others.
Developed (B2–C2)
counseling – professional advice given to help people with personal problems
Example: She studied counseling at university.
win – to receive a prize or money
Example: The couple won the prize twice.
expert – someone with special knowledge
Example: Experts say the chances were extremely low.
luck – success or good things happening by chance
Example: Winning twice required incredible luck.
chance – the possibility of something happening
Example: The chance of winning twice is very small.
READING
Introduction
This article tells the story of a UK couple who won the lottery twice. It explores how random chance, luck, and personal choices affected their lives after winning large amounts of money.
Article (All Levels)
Many people imagine what they would do if they won the lottery. However, very few people ever win — and almost nobody wins twice.
A couple from the UK won more than one million dollars in 2018. Even after that, they continued playing the lottery.
Developed Article (B1–C2)
Richard Davies and his wife, Faye Stevenson-Davies, won again in December after receiving a second prize of about $1.3 million. The numbers were chosen at random, making the win extremely rare.
The couple even won several smaller prizes in a row before the final win. Faye later studied counseling and now works with local charity organizations. She says she feels blessed to help others.
Richard changed jobs and now enjoys a more flexible life. Instead of rushing decisions, the couple plans to enjoy the moment and take their time.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Answer based on your level.
A1–A2
Where does the couple live?
Did they win the lottery once or twice?
Do they feel happy about their win?
B1–B2
When did they first win the lottery?
How were the winning numbers chosen?
What kind of work does Faye do now?
C1–C2
Why is winning the lottery twice considered extremely rare?
How did the lottery change the couple’s careers?
Why do they choose to “take their time” after winning again?
SPEAKING
A1–A2 — Foundation
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions.
(Answer + 1 reason)
“I think ___ because ___.”
“I would ___.”
“I feel ___.”
Personal Questions
Do you play the lottery?
Do you believe in luck?
Would you keep playing after winning?
Do you think money brings happiness?
Would you quit your job?
Would you help a charity?
Do you feel blessed in life?
Do you enjoy surprises?
Do you believe success is random?
Would you tell people if you won?
Would you change your lifestyle?
Would you save the money?
Would you share the money?
Would winning reduce stress?
Would you still work?
B1–B2 — Expansion
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions.
(Answer + reason + 2 details)
“I believe ___ because ___; for example, ___ and ___.”
“One reason is ___.”
“This would allow me to ___.”
Personal Questions
Why do people continue playing the lottery?
How does money affect life choices?
Why do people believe luck matters?
How can money change relationships?
Should winners stay private?
Why is financial planning important?
How does helping a charity change people?
Can luck replace hard work?
Why do some winners feel pressure?
How does wealth affect motivation?
Is winning twice fair?
How should sudden wealth be managed?
Does money reduce stress long-term?
Why do some winners keep working?
Would you invest or spend first?
C1–C2 — Depth & Reflection
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions.
(Reason + multiple details + consequence or reflection)
“I believe ___ because ___; for instance, ___, ___, and ___; as a result, ___.”
“One major issue is ___.”
“In the long term, this could ___.”
Personal Questions
Why does society romanticize lottery wins?
How does sudden wealth reshape identity?
Can luck undermine the value of effort?
Should lottery systems encourage responsibility?
How does wealth affect personal purpose?
Is happiness sustainable after winning?
How should winners balance privacy and openness?
What ethical duties come with wealth?
Can money amplify personal values?
Why do some winners feel empty?
How does money influence freedom?
Is financial security more valuable than wealth?
How can winners avoid regret?
Does luck create inequality?
What would meaningful wealth look like for you?
