Giving Opinions - Functional Language
Practise giving opinions 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
Express a qualified opinion that recognises trade-offs in public and workplace issues.
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Page 2 of 2 · Answer key · A4 printable PDF
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.
- Contrast a firm I would argue that… with a balanced On balance… or While I can see why….
- Write responses to the eight statements on remote work, tourism, AI, transport and other policies.
- Compare a qualified and an absolute response; identify the reason or condition that makes the position clearer.
Support and extension
Support with a position/reason/qualification plan. Extend with a counterargument and response. Judge the language and reasoning, not political agreement or unsupported claims presented as facts.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.
