EXErcise XI 245

John: “What do you think about the new movie?”

Sarah: “___”

• I think it’s great.

• I don’t know.

• It’s a book.

• I am fine.

Answer explanation

Sarah's response should express her opinion about the movie. "I think it’s great." is a clear and positive opinion, making it the most appropriate choice. The other options do not directly address the question.

Anna: “Do you think we should go to the beach this weekend?”

Mike: “___”

• Yes, I do.

• No, I don’t.

• I think it’s a good idea.

• I am not sure.

Answer explanation

Mike's response should express agreement or support for Anna's suggestion. "I think it’s a good idea" directly affirms her proposal, making it the most appropriate choice compared to the other options.

Teacher: “What is your opinion on the new school policy?”

Student: “___”

• I don’t have any.

• I think it’s beneficial.

• It’s a policy.

• I am a student.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'I think it’s beneficial,' provides a clear opinion on the school policy, indicating a positive view. The other options are either neutral or irrelevant, lacking a substantive response.

Tom: “How do you feel about the new restaurant in town?”

Lisa: “___”

• I haven’t been there yet.

• It’s a restaurant.

• I think it’s fantastic.

• I don’t eat out.

Answer explanation

Lisa's response "I think it’s fantastic" directly answers Tom's question about her feelings towards the new restaurant, indicating a positive opinion. The other options do not express a clear sentiment.

Mark: “Do you agree with the new rules at work?”

Jane: “___”

• Yes, I agree.

• No, I don’t.

• I think they are fair.

• I am not working.

Answer explanation

Jane's response "I think they are fair" indicates her agreement with the new rules, suggesting a positive view. The other options either express disagreement or are irrelevant, making this the most suitable choice.

Emily: “What’s your opinion on online learning?”

David: “___”

• I think it’s convenient.

• I don’t know.

• It’s online.

• I am learning.

Answer explanation

David's response should express an opinion on online learning. "I think it’s convenient" clearly states a positive viewpoint, making it the most appropriate choice. The other options are vague or irrelevant.

Alex: “Do you think we should buy a new car?”

Sam: “___”

• Yes, I do.

• No, I don’t.

• I think it’s necessary.

• I am not sure.

Answer explanation

Sam's response "I think it’s necessary" indicates a strong opinion on the need for a new car, aligning with Alex's inquiry about purchasing one. This choice reflects a clear stance, unlike the other options which are more ambiguous.

Mary: “How do you feel about the new park?”

John: “___”

• I think it’s a great addition to the community.

• It’s a park.

• I don’t go to parks.

• I am not sure.

Answer explanation

John's response "I think it’s a great addition to the community" directly addresses Mary's question about his feelings on the new park, showing a positive opinion. The other options are either neutral or dismissive.

Boss: “What do you think about the new project?”

Employee: “___”

• I think the new project has great potential and aligns well with our goals.

• I'm not interested in discussing the project right now.

• This project seems too risky for our team.

• I don't see any value in this project.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights a positive perspective on the new project, indicating its potential and alignment with goals, which is appropriate in a professional setting. The other options express negativity or disinterest.

Friend: “Do you agree with the decision to cancel the event?”

You: “___”

• I agree with the decision to cancel the event.

• It's better to postpone the event instead.

• I think the event should go on as planned.

• I don't care about the event either way.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, "I agree with the decision to cancel the event," directly supports the friend's question, indicating a clear stance on the cancellation, which aligns with the context of the conversation.