GENERAL ENGLISH V

Week 2: Giving Opinions

Yesica Quintero Rodriguez
Vocabulary
February
/ˈfebjʊri /
Absolutely
ab‧so‧lute‧ly

/ˌæbsəˈluːtli /
field
/fiːld/
Unfortunately
un‧for‧tu‧nate‧ly

/ ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli /

Desafortunadamente
 Definitely
def‧i‧nite‧ly

/ ˈdefənətli /

Por supuesto - Definitivamente

Download
down‧load

/ ˈdaʊnloʊd /
 Match the picture with the phrase.

1 A Download site

2 B Online news

3
C Search engine

4 D Travel website
 Match the picture with the phrase.

5
E Social networking sites

F Message board

7
G Photo sharing site
Surf on the Internet
Check social media
Choose sports over Internet
Run a business
 GOAL

• Express my opinion using different phrases.

1.
Key vocabulary for expressing opinions

I think…
I reckon…
In my opinion…
It seems to me that…
I believe that…
 Would you rather…

take
take your
your English
English course
course in
in
or take
take your
your English
English course
course
person
person (face-to-face).
(face-to-face). online.
online.

I think I would…
 Would you rather…

Choose
Choose aa major
major based
based on on your
your
passion,
passion, even
even ifif itit has
has limited
limited
or Choose
Choose aa practical
practical major
major with
with
guaranteed
guaranteed job job opportunities,
opportunities,
job
job prospects
prospects after after even
even ifif it's
it's not
not your
your dream
dream field.
field.
graduation.
graduation.

I reckon I would…
 Would you rather…

have
have unlimited
unlimited likes
likes and
and
comments
comments on on all
all your
your posts,
posts,
or have
have fewer
fewer likes
likes and
and comments,
comments,
but but
but they're
they're all
all genuine
genuine and
and from
from
but all
all the
the comments
comments are are fake
fake
and real
real people.
people.
and generic.
generic.

I believe I would…
 Would you rather…

have
have aa phone
phone that
that charges
charges or have
have aa phone
phone that
that takes
takes 55 hours
hours
instantly
instantly but
but dies
dies after
after 22 to
to charge
charge but
but lasts
lasts all
all day.
day.
hours.
hours.

In my opinion, I would…
 Would you rather…

live
live in
in aa country
country with
with open
open and
and
live
live in
in aa country
country with
with or unfiltered
unfiltered internet,
internet, but
but face
face
completely
completely censored
censored internet,
internet, potential
potential political
political issues
issues and
and
but
but enjoy
enjoy peace
peace and
and stability.
stability. misinformation.
misinformation.

It seems to me that I would…

 Would you rather…

Use
Use dating
dating apps
apps or or social
social
media
media specifically
specifically designed
designed toto or Be
Be open
open to
to meeting
unexpectedly
meeting someone
someone
meet
meet new
new people,
people, potentially
potentially unexpectedly in
in everyday
everyday life,
life,
matching through
through chance
chance encounters
encounters oror
matching with
with individuals
individuals who
who
share shared
shared activities
activities..
share similar
similar interests.
interests.

It seems to me that I would…

 GOAL

• Agree and disagree with others’ opinions.

2.
Key vocabulary for expressing agreement and disagreement

I couldn’t agree more! I totally disagree!

Absolutely. I don’t think that at all.
I agree with you. I don’t think so.
That’s right! I don’t quite agree.
That’s true! I’m not sure about that.
I think so too!

That’s true! However…

I see your point but…
But on the other hand…
Online learning is a great alternative to traditional classrooms,
but it requires self-discipline.

That’s r____!
ight It _______
seems to me that …
Social media connects people, but it can also make us feel lonely .

agree more!
I couldn’t ________ I r_____
eckon …
 Internet addiction isn't a real issue.

I don’t think ___! seems

so It ________ to me that…
___
Online dating is an acceptable and effective way to find romantic
partners.

I see your p____

oint but I b elieve
_____ that …
Video games are not a waste of time.

That’s t___!
rue However
______ …
The internet can be a valuable tool for learning and research, but
it can also be distracting.

I a____
gree with you because in my opinion
_____, …
Social media influencers are inspiring.

I totally disagree
______! I t____
hink …
People at dinners or family gatherings should not use their cell
phones.

I don’t q____
uite agree! I reckon
______ that …
Everything on the internet is reliable.

I don’t think that a_t a__!

ll I think…
internet access should be considered a basic human right.

A________!
bsolutely I r_____…
eckon
Topic: Favorite Movie
A: What's your favorite movie?
B: I really enjoyed "Inception."
A: Oh, I don't quite agree. I prefer action movies like
"Die Hard."
B: Fair enough. Everyone has different tastes.
Topic: Weekend Plans
A: Any plans for the weekend?
B: I'm thinking of going hiking.
A: Sounds fun! I'm not sure about that though; I'd rather
relax at home.
B: That's cool too. We all need some downtime.
Topic: Food Preferences
A: Do you like sushi?
B: Yes, I love it!
A: I totally agree! It's so delicious, especially the
salmon rolls.
B: Absolutely, and the variety is amazing.
Topic: Climate Change
A: Climate change is a serious issue.
B: I don't think so. I believe it's just a natural cycle.
A: Actually, there's overwhelming scientific
evidence supporting human-caused climate change.
B: Hmm, I'll have to look into that more.
Topic: Travel Destinations
A: Where would you like to travel next?
B: I've always wanted to visit Japan.
A: Me too! It's such a fascinating country with rich
culture and history.
B: Definitely, and the food looks amazing.
Topic: Exercise
A: Exercise is crucial for staying healthy.
B: I don't quite agree. I think diet matters more.
A: Well, both are important for overall health and well-
being.
B: That's true. Finding a balance is key.
Topic: Technology in Education
A: Technology has greatly improved education.
B: I totally agree! It has opened up so many
opportunities for learning.
A: Absolutely, with online courses and educational
apps, learning has become more accessible.
B: Definitely, and it makes studying more engaging too.
Topic: Fashion Trends
A: What do you think of the latest fashion trends?
B: I'm not sure about that. Some are cool, but
others are a bit too out there for me.
A: I understand. Fashion can be subjective, and
not everything suits everyone's taste.
B: Exactly. It's all about wearing what makes you
feel comfortable and confident.

Topic: Social Media
A: Social media is harmful to mental health.
B: I don't think so. It depends on how it's used.
A: That's true, but there's evidence showing its negative
impact, like increased anxiety and depression.
B: Hmm, you make a good point. Maybe moderation is key.
Topic: Fast Food
A: Fast food is convenient but unhealthy.
B: I totally disagree! There are healthier options now at
fast-food restaurants.
A: While that's true, many fast-food items are still high
in calories, fat, and sodium.
B: You're right. It's important to make informed choices
when eating out.
Let’s talk
Read the statement. Do you agree or disagree?

1. Share your opinion.

2. Write your opinion in a few words.

 I think…
I reckon…
In my opinion…
It seems to me that… I couldn’t agree more! I totally disagree!
Absolutely. I don’t think that at all.
I believe that… I agree with you. I don’t think so.
That’s right! I don’t quite agree.
That’s true! I’m not sure about that.
I think so too!

That’s true! However…

I see your point but…
But on the other hand…
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Look at the audio script 11.5 on page 175. Spot the phrases for agreeing, disagreeing and giving
opinions. Find one more phrase to add to each column in the table above.

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