Read & Listen: Expressing Opinion and Agreement
OVERVIEW
On this page, you will learn about expressing your opinion and agreement.
- First, read the text and study the phrases.
- Then, listen to audio of the text.
READ & LISTEN
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Read:
Your opinion is important. It tells people how you feel about a thing, person, or idea. People ask for your opinion at work, school, and home. It is important that you can express how you feel and share your opinion. Listen to these three (3) examples. The person is expressing their opinion.
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Listen:
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Read:
There are many ways to express your opinion. Here are some of the most common phrases:
| Expressing Your Opinion |
|---|
| In my opinion... |
| I think... |
| In my experience... |
| From my point of view... |
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If you ask me... (no one asked, but you want to share your opinion) |
After you study the chart above, think about your answer to this question. Your teacher will ask you in class tomorrow.
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Listen:
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Read:
In conversations, people often express their opinion. If you have the same opinion, you can say that you agree. Look at the chart to see different ways to agree.
| Saying You Agree |
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| I agree. |
| Me, too. |
| So do I. |
| I feel the same way. |
| I know! |
Listen to the conversations. The people are expressing their agreement.
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