Opinion-Marking Signals

Where in a sentence is an opinion-marking signal usually written?

• at the end

• at the middle

• at the beginning

• both at the beginning and end

Which of the following phrases is an example of an opinion-marking signal?

• A. I believe...

• B. According to research...

• C. Based on the recent survey...

• D. In the press conference

Marissa is certain that we will all survive the COVID-19 crisis. What is the opinion-marking signal used in the sentence?

• that we will...

• the COVID-19 crisis...

• will all survive...

• Marissa is certain that...

Which of the following sentences uses the appropriate opinion marking signal to answer the question below?

How do you feel about going to Bohol?

• For me, Bohol has the most beautiful beaches.

• I cannot deny that Bohol has beautiful beaches.

• I love going to Bohol and visit its beautiful beaches.

• I hope I could go to Bohol and visit its beautiful beaches.

That's a good idea!

• Asking others about their opinions.

• Agreeing

• Disagreeing

• Expressing an opinion.

These are group of words that signal opinion

What is the opinion-marking signal used in this sentence:

It is thought that Taiwanese are warm and friendly people, but they have a reserved manner and strongly dislike loud, showy behavior, especially in restaurants.

The following words/phrases signal an opinion. Which of the following is used when disagreeing to someone?

• Definitely

• So do I

• Yes, but...

• Yes, you are right!

The following are expressions that signal opinion, EXCEPT_______.

• It is considered

• I believe

• I think

• I like

Which of the following statements expresses an opinion?

• I’m absolutely convinced that Taiwanese are warm and friendly people.

• When eating, Taiwanese spit their bone on the floor than put them on their plate.

• Ancient traditions remain in practice among ethnic Chinese.

• The Formosan, or Gaoshan, people comprise 16 officially-recognized tribes and once spoke 26 languages, but many of these languages are now dead or threatened