Presenting an Opinion Formally - Functional Language
Practise presenting an opinion formally at A2–B1 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
State a considered everyday opinion clearly and politely, with a relevant supporting reason.
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A simple way to teach it
Before the lesson
Give learners page 1; use the suggested answers on page 2 after they have written and compared their own responses.
- Compare I prefer with I agree that and I don't think; identify preference, agreement and disagreement.
- Write the eight opinions about online study, cafes, phones, a rule, teamwork and travel.
- Share two contrasting responses and add a because-clause that explains the speaker's position.
Support and extension
Support with opinion/reason frames. Extend by presenting the view to the class with a calm tone. Despite the title, the sheet uses accessible opinion language rather than a full formal essay; different reasoned views are valid.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.
