Module code: 1354
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Stating, Supporting & Defending Opinions
State and Support Your OpinionCore Tips
Say what you think and give one or two reasons why.
1State your opinion clearly
I think…In my opinion,…I believe…
2Give your first reason
First, …One reason is…This is because…
3Add another reason
Also, …Another reason is…And…
Don't just say 'I agree' or 'I disagree' — say what YOU think and why.
See it in action(Online shopping vs physical stores)
I think online shopping is better than going to physical stores. One reason is you can shop at any time, even at night. Also, you can compare prices easily on different websites. And you don't need to travel or find parking.
State and Support Your OpinionMore Moves
Say what you prefer and explain why with examples.
1Say what you prefer
For me,…I prefer…I feel that…
2Give an example from your life
For example,…When I…Last week…
3Say why it's important
This is important because…That's why…So…
Give a real example from your experience, not just general ideas.
See it in action(Learning languages through apps vs classrooms)
For me, learning in a classroom is better than using apps. When I studied English at school, I could ask my teacher questions immediately. For example, I didn't understand past tense, and my teacher explained it three times. This is important because you can't ask an app to explain things in a different way.
State and Support Your Opinion with Rhetorical ControlAdvanced
Make your opinion stronger by comparing two choices clearly.
1Compare two things directly
…is better than… because……helps more than…Unlike…, …
2Show the difference with your own story
With…, I can…, but with… I can't…In my experience,…I tried both, and…
3End with what matters most to you
The most important thing for me is…What I really need is…That's the main reason I choose…
Don't just say one thing is good — say why it's BETTER than the other thing.
See it in action(Learning languages through apps vs classrooms)
Learning in a classroom is better than apps because you can talk to real people immediately. With a teacher, I can ask questions and get answers right away, but with an app I can't have a real conversation. I tried both, and the classroom helped me speak faster. The most important thing for me is practicing speaking, not just reading on my phone.
Agreeing and Disagreeing with OpinionsCore Tips
Say if you agree or disagree and give one reason why
1Show you agree
I agree because…You are right…I think so too…
2Show you disagree
I don't agree because…I don't think so…That's not true because…
3Give your reason
For example…In my country…I think…
Don't just say 'I agree' or 'I disagree' — always say WHY
See it in action(Social media use)
I agree because social media helps people stay in touch with friends. For example, my family lives in different cities and we use it every day. I think it is very useful for communication.
Agreeing and Disagreeing with OpinionsMore Moves
Add another reason or example to make your opinion stronger
1Add another reason
Also…Another reason is…And…
2Show something is different
But some people…However…On the other hand…
3Finish your opinion
So I think…This is why…That's why…
Use 'but' or 'however' to show a different idea, not to disagree with yourself
See it in action(Online shopping vs physical stores)
I prefer shopping in physical stores. Another reason is I can see and touch things before I buy them. Also, I like walking around shops with my friends. However, online shopping is good when I am busy. So I think both ways are useful for different times.
Agreeing and Disagreeing with OpinionsAdvanced
Show you understand both sides before choosing your opinion
1Show both sides are good
Both ideas are good because…I can see two sides…There are good things about both…
2Say which side you prefer
But for me…I prefer… because…My choice is…
3Give your personal example
For example, I…In my life…When I…
Don't say 'both are the same' if you really think one is better — choose a side
See it in action(Online shopping vs physical stores)
There are good things about both online shopping and physical stores. I can see two sides — online is fast and easy, and shops are nice to visit. But for me, I prefer online shopping because I can compare prices quickly. For example, I bought shoes online last week and saved money. My choice is online shopping for most things.
Correspondence Taskexpressing disagreement politely, giving reasons, suggesting alternatives
You work in the sales department at TechWorld Ltd. Your colleague Marco has sent you an email about a new company procedure. You don't agree with his opinion. Write a polite reply explaining why you disagree and suggesting a different solution.
Opening message
Subject: New Meeting Procedure – What do you think?
Hi,
I just read the email about the new procedure for team meetings. From next month, we need to have meetings every Monday morning at 8:30 am for one hour.
I think this is a really good idea! We can start the week together and plan everything. It will help us work better as a team. Monday morning is perfect because everyone is fresh and ready to work.
What do you think? Do you agree?
Best regards,
Marco Rossi
Sales Department
Hi,
I just read the email about the new procedure for team meetings. From next month, we need to have meetings every Monday morning at 8:30 am for one hour.
I think this is a really good idea! We can start the week together and plan everything. It will help us work better as a team. Monday morning is perfect because everyone is fresh and ready to work.
What do you think? Do you agree?
Best regards,
Marco Rossi
Sales Department
Suggested vocabulary for your first reply
I understandhoweverI thinkmaybe we couldwhat about
Generative task · tokens required
Practice Taskexpressing disagreement politely, giving reasons, suggesting alternatives
You work in the sales department at TechWorld Ltd. Your colleague Marco has sent you an email about a new company procedure. You don't agree with his opinion. Write a polite reply explaining why you disagree and suggesting a different solution.
Opening message
Subject: New Meeting Procedure – What do you think?
Hi,
I just read the email about the new procedure for team meetings. From next month, we need to have meetings every Monday morning at 8:30 am for one hour.
I think this is a really good idea! We can start the week together and plan everything. It will help us work better as a team. Monday morning is perfect because everyone is fresh and ready to work.
What do you think? Do you agree?
Best regards,
Marco Rossi
Sales Department
Hi,
I just read the email about the new procedure for team meetings. From next month, we need to have meetings every Monday morning at 8:30 am for one hour.
I think this is a really good idea! We can start the week together and plan everything. It will help us work better as a team. Monday morning is perfect because everyone is fresh and ready to work.
What do you think? Do you agree?
Best regards,
Marco Rossi
Sales Department
Suggested vocabulary for your first reply
I understandhoweverI thinkmaybe we couldwhat about
Generative task · tokens required
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