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ENGLISH
Quarter 3 - Module 6
React to What Is Asserted or Expressed
in a Text

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Quarter 3 – Module 6: React to What Is Asserted or Expressed in a Text
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CONTENT PAGES

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ---------------------------------------------- 1

Learning Competency ---------------------------------------------- 1

WHAT I KNOW 2

WHAT’S IN 2

WHAT’S NEW 3

WHAT IS IT 3

WHAT’S MORE 8

WHAT I HAVE LEARNED -------------------------------------------- 9

WHAT I CAN DO ----------------------------------------------------- 9

ASSESSMENT 10

ANSWER KEYS 11

REFERENCE LIST 12
 Agreement expression is used to explain an agreement for an opinion
and a fact. In expressing agreement, students can express something when
agreeing with another opinion. Meanwhile, when students do not agree about
something, an opinion, and a fact, the students can express disagreement.

Agreement and disagreement are types of affirmation and denial in

which the expression of JUDGEMENT or OPINION rather than the assertion of
FACT is involved. It is all the more necessary not to offend standards of politeness
when the other person's judgment is in question.

Agreeing to disagree doesn't mean you have to give up your opinion. On

the contrary, you simply recognize others' right to hold a different opinion.
You just agree not to argue about it! When you agree to disagree, you build
peaceful relationships.

In agreement and disagreement one should remember about

understatement as an important underlying principle of wording what you
think.

http://priyobaliyono.blogspot.com/2012/10/agreement-and-disagreement_11.html

Learning Competency:
React to what is asserted or expressed in a text
EN8RC-llle-2.1.7

At the end of the module, you should be able to:

1. identify expressions used in expressing agreement or disagreement. (Cognitive)

2. express agreement or disagreement to what is expressed in a text. (Psychomotor)
3. display self-independence in accomplishing tasks in expressing agreement or
disagreement. (Affective)

Please take note that all answers shall be written in your activity notebooks,
and that there should never be any markings placed in this module.

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 WHAT I KNOW.

Pre-assessment:

A. Directions: Read each item carefully. Write AGREE if the statement

expresses agreement and write DISAGREE if disagreement is stated in the
text. Write your answers in your notebook.

1. There is no doubt about it that...

2. That's exactly what I think...
3. I have my own thoughts about that.
4. I cannot agree with this idea.
5. I'm sorry, but I disagree (with you).

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 WHAT’S NEW
Read the example situation and pick the letter of the correct response you
are going to give. Write only the letter on your notebook.

1. You are discussing politics with a friend and they say something that
you ''half'' agree with. You say:
a. The problem is that I don’t agree on that.
b. I have my own thoughts about that.
c. I partly agree with you.

2. You and a friend want to buy a birthday present for another friend.
You suggest buying tickets for a concert then ask your friend.
a. Do you go for it?
b. Do you agree?
c. a and b

3. Your friend asks, ''What about getting a pizza tonight?'' You think it's a good
idea and say:
a. I agree to you.
b. I agree with you.
c. I'm not sure

https://www.english-at-home.com/lessons/speaking-exercise-agreeing-disagreeing/

WHAT IS IT

When producing language, whether it be speaking or writing, one of the

most important language functions is that of agreeing and disagreeing. This
language function is essential because it allows speakers to negotiate meaning
and react to what is asserted or expressed in a text while communicating
with others. For this reason, you will be taught how to express agreement and
disagreement in English with a comprehensive list of expressions that allow you
to agree and disagree with others. Also, a few expressions to express your
opinions, as this is very closely linked to how we agree or disagree with others.

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How to express agreement
In this section, a series of expressions are shown on how one
can agree in many different ways. One may stop using simply “I
agree with you”, as this is terribly simple. Take a look at the
expressions below.

I (completely / really / totally / absolutely / honestly / truly)

agree with you (on that)
I really think / believe so,
too.I couldn’t agree more.
I have come to the same
conclusion. I hold the same
opinion.
I have no objection whatsoever.
I see what you mean and I (must) agree
with you. I see it that way, too.
I share your opinion /
view.I was just going to
say that.
You’re (completely / totally / absolutely)
right. You have a point there.
You’ve made a good
point.We are of one
mind (on…)
We are of the same mind (on…)
That’s (so / completely / absolutely / undeniably)
true. That’s a really good point.
Yeah, that’s just
it. Fair enough.
Yes, of course.
No doubt about it.

Example:

A: The art exhibit was exceptional! Most people stopped in awe as they see
the works, read the postings and listen to the audio guide
commentary. It was thrilling to see this very large collection.

B: No doubt about it, the artist will be the Leonardo da Vinci of the Philippines.

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How to express partial agreement

Sometimes, when discussing something in speaking or writing form,

we may agree with some aspects of what is being discussed, but not
necessarily 100%. In those cases, we can use some expressions to say that
we agree, but not completely, that is, we partially agree. Let’s take a look at a
few examples:

I agree with you up to a

point. I see what you
mean, but…
That idea is OK, but…
I understand that, but…

Example:

A: His speech is boring. He talks about issues which students cannot

relate.

B: I see what you mean, but for me I love to hear the part when he shared
his life when he was still in prison.

How to express disagreement

Now, we will take a look at some disagreement expressions. In this case,

whenever we disagree with someone, it might sound quite rude if we simply say
I don’t agree. For this reason, some expressions are provided that make
disagreement sound more polite. So, when you take a look at the list that
follows, try to combine one of the four expressions in the first level which one of
the various expressions in the second level. For example: (1) I’m afraid (2)I
don’t share your view.

Here’s a good list of expressions to disagree:

I’m afraid…
I’m sorry
but…
You may be right,
but… That might be
true, but… I beg to
differ.
I don’t agree with you on that / what you say.

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 I don’t think you’re
right. I don’t share
your view.
I think otherwise.
I take a different view.
I believe your argument doesn’t hold
water. I´m not sure I agree with you.
that doesn’t make much sense to
me. that’s not always the case
that’s not always / necessarily true.

Example:

A: You know, maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for

everyone. B: I’m sorry but I don’t think it will work.

Expression on how to react or express opinions

Finally, it is important to be able to reason why you’re agreeing or

disagreeing with someone. Therefore, being able to express your opinion and
react what is asserted in a text or with someone properly is just as essential.
So, here’s a list of expressions that will help you agree and disagree properly:

I/It + verb…
I think / consider / find / feel / believe / suppose / presume
/ assume
that… I would
say that…
I have the feeling
that… I have no
doubt that…
I hold the opinion / view
that… I take the view that…
I guess
that… I bet
that…
I gather that
I am under the
impression… I am of the
opinion that…
I am sure / certain that…
It goes without saying
that… It seems to me
that…
It is my impression that…
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 In/From/To
my… In my
opinion,… In
my view,…
In my eyes,…
From my point of
view,… From my
viewpoint,…
To my
mind,… To be
honest,…
My opinion / view / belief / impression is
that… My own feeling on the subject is
that…
My personal view is that…

Others

As far as I’m
concerned, as for me /
As to me…
As I see it…
The way I see it…
Personally speaking …

Example:

A: I have chosen April as the month to go for an outing. It is the

best time towear bikinis and trunks because it is summer.
B: To be honest, I go for April, too!

https://kseacademy.com/how-express-agreement-
disagreement/#0- how- to-express-agreement

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 WHAT'S MORE

A. Read the dialogue below. Complete the lines by giving your

responses – agreeing or disagreeing expressions.

Kosuke: It’s a beautiful day today. Let’s go to the beach.

Demitri: !

Kosuke: Okay, I’ll get the beach umbrella and beach chairs and put them in the car.

Demitri: . Should I bring

my surfboard?

Kosuke: Sure. And don’t forget sunscreen and sunglasses.

Demitri: .

B. Express your reaction on the given statement below.

Kosuke: Sure. And don’t forget sunscreen and sunglasses.

Do you agree with Kosuke that sunscreen and sunglasses should not be
forgotten when going to the beach? If yes, why? If no, why not? Write your
answer on your notebook.

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 WHAT I HAVE LEARNED

Directions: Review the lesson on Agreement and Disagreement Expressions.

Then write your reflection in your notebook by finishing up the unfinished statements
below.

I have learned that

I have realized that

I will apply

Cut out any piece of quote, dialogue, article from a newspaper, old magazine, or you
may print from the internet and paste it on your notebook. Then, express your stand
whether you agree or disagree with what is stated. Write your opinion after.

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Directions: Read carefully and provide answers for what is being asked.
Write your answer on your notebook.

1. Write five (5) agreeing expressions

2. Write five (5) disagreeing expressions
3. Write five (5) partially agreeing expression

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“Using Agreement and Disagreement.” Using Agreement And Disagreement ~. Accessed January 11,
2022. https://umifadhilah76.blogspot.com/2012/11/using-agreement-and-disagreement.html.

Academy, Luis @ KSE. “How to Express Agreement and Disagreement.” KSE Academy®,
November 25, 2019. https://kseacademy.com/how-express-agreement-disagreement/#0-how- to-
express-agreementdisagreeing/.

“Speaking Exercise: Agreeing and Disagreeing.” english, March 30, 2015. https://www.english-at-
home.com/lessons/speaking-exercise-agreeing-disagreeing/.

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