Listen to opinions #1

Asking and Giving Opinion

Multiple Choice

What is the topic of the opinion?

• olimpic games

• air travel

Multiple Choice

What is the topic of the opinion?

• video games

• tourism

Multiple Choice

What is the topic of the opinion?

• TV commercials

• rock music

Multiple Choice

What is the topic of the opinion?

• space exploration

• medical research

Multiple Choice

What is the topic of the opinion?

• winter sports

• bungee jumping

Match

Match the topics with the opinions!

1

• I believe that It’s not good for you health or the health of people around you

• As far as I know It can be entertaining and informative, but it can also waste a lot of time

• I think They are wonderful companions. I think everyone should have one.

• I think They are a great way for people to develop pride in their countries.

smoking

television

household pets

The Olympic Games

• smoking

• television

• household pets

• The Olympic Games

Categorize

Options (6)

space exploration

Olympic Games

For

TV commercials

action movies

big cars

People are giving opinions about these topics. Are they for or against them? Listen and categorize them.

For

Againts

transcript from the listening

1)

A: Well, space exploration is pretty expensive, but I think it’s worth it.

B: Why is that?

A: Well, that’s how we learn more about the universe we live in. That’s pretty important, isn’t it?

2)

A: I can’t stand commercials on TV these days. They really annoy me.

B: Oh yeah? Why’s that?

A: Because they always interrupt favorite TV programs, and some of those commercials are really long!

3)

A:  I think the Olympic Games are great. I can’t wait for the next ones.

B:  Really? Why?

A:  Well, they encourage an interest in sports and help bring about better international understanding. We need more of that.

4)

A:  Every city needs tourism, I think.

B:  Why do you think that?

A:  Well, because tourism can bring jobs and money to the city. It’s a much better way of raising money than taxes.

5)

A: Well, action movies might be fun, but I don’t think they are really good for young people.

B: Really? Why do you say that?

A: Because they are way too violent. I never let kids watch them.

6)

A: If you ask me, people in this city shouldn’t be allowed to have those big cars.

B: How come?

A: Because most streets are too small for big cars, and they don’t have space for parking.