SPEAKING
1. Presenting an opinion.
1.1. Present at least two reasons and examples to support your
opinion. You can use some of the ideas from the box.
1.2. Present your opinion on the topic, support it with at least two
reasons and examples.
As you know… / As you remember… / As we approach…
In my opinion, …/ In my view, …
I think… / I believe…
To begin with…
Firstly, / First, / First of all, … … because
Secondly, … For example,
Thirdly, / Lastly, / Finally, / Also,… Thus…
One reason is…
Another good point / thing about... is … because
Lastly, / Finally, / Also, For instance,
In conclusion, / To sum up, / All in all, / So I think, / Overall, …
1.3. Listen to your partner’s opinion and make notes.
2. Discussion.
2.1. Use your notes to prepare two or three questions for your
partner.
2.2. You should:
discuss each other’s ideas,
decide together ………………………………
What would you do……..? That’s interesting.
How about……? I agree with your opinion about …
What ….? Well, you are riht.
What kind…….? I see it differently…
Why…….? I don’t think so…
Do you mean that…..? I disagree with your opinion…
Can you tell me more about…….?
Can you repeat your question?
decide together what you could do in order to find your classmates’
opinion
Well, we should ask our classmates opinion about this issue.
We should interview our classmates or create a survey on social media.
It will help us to make the right decision.
3. Answer the teacher’s questions.
1. Would you support the position you have just presented in a real-
life situation? Why / Why not?
+ I think I would support this position, because……..
- I think I wouldn’t support this position, because…….
I wouldn’t support any of these positions, because……………
I would rather………….. because
Presenting an opinion.
As you remember we………
I think we should
There are some benefits of doing this.
First of all, ……….. (2-3 sentences)
For example, ………….. (2-3 sentences)
This also……. (1-2 sentences)
Secondly, …….. (2-3 sentences)
For instance, …… (2-3 sentences)
It ……. (1-2 sentences)
To sum up, …….. (repeat the first and the second reasons in other words)
(2-3 sentences)
That is why I think this is the best option for us.
Decide together:
1) what other activities you would like to take part in
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2) what other sport activities are good for teenagers
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3) what activities can be done during school trip
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4) what information to include into the future career project
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5) what other event you could organise for your exchange students
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6) what else you could do to be healthy
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7) what each of you will be responsible for in the event
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8) how else you could explore a new town
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9) on the best way to go on a trip
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10) on the best ways to make a picnic
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11) if students should also have homework during the summer holidays
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how you could find out other students’ opinion on the topic
How could we find out other students’ opinion on the topic?
on the best way to find out your classmates’ opinion on the topic
What is the best way to find out our classmates’ opinion on the topic?
Well, there are different ways to find out students’ opinion on the topic.
For example, we can make a poll in the class and students can write their opinion
or propose their ideas. Another option is to use mobile phones. Students can send
messages with their answer. Or, we can just ask their opinion in the class, discuss it
and choose the best option.
Decide together:
1) what rules for phone use in the classroom you would like to have
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2) who you could ask for career advice
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3) on the best ways to spend free time
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4) what each of you will be responsible for in the project
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5) on the best ways to spend free time
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6) what other leisure activities are beneficial for teenagers
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7) what students could do to be more active
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8) on something you would like to do during the summer holidays
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9) how else you could explore a new city
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10) what activities can be done in both the city and the countryside
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11) what other event you could organise for your classmates
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12) what else you could do on World Wildlife Day
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13) how you are going to plan the trip
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14) on the best way to celebrate a birthday
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15) what information to include into the healthy lifestyle project
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16) what other after-class activities you would like to do
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17) what else you could do to be more active
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18) what other museums you would like to visit
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19) what other project you would like to take part in
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