Emphasising Important Points - Functional Language
Practise emphasising important points at B2–C1 level with useful phrase patterns and short situation-based responses. A separate page of suggested answers supports checking and discussion of other appropriate responses.
What’s in the worksheet?
- Useful phrase patterns
- Situation-based response practice
- Space for written responses
- Suggested answers on page 2
Signal a central constraint, caveat or takeaway in a professional explanation.
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A simple way to teach it
Before the lesson
Give learners page 1 and keep the suggested answers on page 2 for discussion after they write.
- Identify what must remain visible: a fixed deadline, limited survey data or an unapproved proposal.
- Write the eight key-point sentences, completing noun/-ing patterns and that-clauses appropriately.
- Deliver a brief explanation about long-term cost or unequal internet access and ask a partner to state the takeaway.
Support and extension
Support with key fact versus supporting detail notes. Extend by justifying why the overlooked issue matters. Accept accurate alternatives; emphasis should not turn limited survey evidence into a certain conclusion.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.
