Classroom English Revision

What can you say *when you did not understand* ? Check ALL the answers that apply.

• Could you speak more loudly, please?

• Could you explain that again, please?

• I beg your pardon ?

• Could you spell it, please?

When you have a problem you can say....

• I don’t feel very well.

• I wanted to say exactly what X said.

• I’m not sure but I think / believe that…

• I (totally) agree with X when he/she says that…

What can you say when it’s difficult to express your idea?

(a)  

When you agree or disagree you can say all of the following EXCEPT?

• I agree with with what John just said.

• I share your point of view.

• I don’t quite agree with John.

• Could you switch off the light, please?

What can you say when you can't see the board?

(a)  

When you think you have no other ideas to add to the discussion you can say...? Check ALL answers that apply.

• I have no specific opinion about it.

• I have nothing else to say about it.

• I have nothing to add.

• I wanted to say exactly what John said.

What can you say to the teacher when you don't know how to write a word? Check ALL the answers that apply.

• I don’t understand the question.

• Could you spell it, please?

• Could you please write it on the board, please ?

• I have no idea

When can you use the phrase "In my opinion…" ?

• When you did not understand.

• When you want to add to what was said.

• When you have a problem.

• When you think you have no other ideas to add to the discussion.

When can you use the expression "Could you switch on/ off the light?"

• When you have a problem.

• When you did not understand.

• When it’s difficult to express your idea.

• When you are not sure about your answer.

Check all the expressions that you can use when you are not sure about your answer.

• I don’t know exactly but I think that…

• Well, it seems to me that…

• Perhaps/ Maybe…

• What I’ve understood is that…