Provide an example of a debating expression used to support an argument.

What is the term used to describe an expression that weakens an opponent's argument?

Give an example of a debating expression used to challenge an opponent's evidence.

Give an example of a debating expression used to support an opponent's evidence.

Provide an example of a debating expression used to challenge an argument.

Mikasa : Next week is mother's birthday. What should we do ?

Eren : How about giving her a present ?

Mikasa : _______________. What shall we buy for her ?

Jean : Western foods are more delicious than local foods

Zea : ______. Our foods are testier, because we use varieties of spices.

Friska : We need to plant more trees to make our environment better.

Aisyah : ______ . Because more trees, more oxygen

The underlined expression expresses …

Mother : You know that Mira always takes sleeping lately to solve her problems.

Father : That’s wrong! It can be dangerous for her life if she doesn’t change her bad habit.

Pou : I think it is going to rain.

Nana : _______ Look at the sky. It's so clear. No clouds there.

Jane : So, where will we go?

Ruth : How about beach?

Beni : ___________. We have visited a lot of beach this year.

Jane : How about lake? Toba Lake sounds interesting, right?

The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is ......

Your friend says, ”Let us go out tonight!” and you think it’s a good idea. You will say..

Someone says, ”UHH! It’s hot today!” and you disapprove that. You will say ...

"What if we have a picnic next Sunday?"

You approve that statement, so you will say ...

Andi : Why don't we take a rest for a while?

Shintya : __________. We have a lot of job right now.

Below is the expression of disagreement

Ashley: I was thinking of holding the company retreat in the mountains.

Bianca: I agree, I think that that would be perfect!

Based on the dialogue above, Bianca's statement shows ....

A: I was thinking it could take place sometime in January.

B: That might be a little too cold for some people.

A: Yes, you are right.

B: What about April? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot.

A: Yes, that would work out better.

Based on the dialogue above, which expressions asking for opinion?

When we agree with someone, we often use short expressions. Here are some of the short expressions, except ......

Billy: I think roses are more beautiful than lavenders.

Dana: I think so.

What does Dana mean?

The underlined expression expresses …

Mother: You know that Mira always takes sleeping lately to solve her problems.

Father: That’s wrong. It can be dangerous for her life if she doesn’t change her bad habit.

Mikasa : Next week is mother's birthday. What should we do ?

Eren : How about giving her a present ?

Mikasa : _______________. What shall we buy for her ?

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Jean : Western foods are more delicious than local foods

Zea : ______. Our foods are testier, because we use varieties of spices.

Someone says, ''It's cold today'' and you agree. You say ...

Chandra : I'm sure the end of the world will be in 2020.

Santy : well, I really disagree with you. God knows the best.

The dialogue above is about....

Nowadays

First of all

I disagree that...

In addition

I believe that...

In fact

In conclusion

a person who is the legal property of another and is forced to obey them.

the branch of science which deals with celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole

an obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another between it and the observer or between it and its source of illumination

relating to private relations between members of a community; noncriminal "a civil action"

try earnestly or persistently to persuade (someone) to do something

an annual calendar containing important dates and statistical information such as astronomical data and tide tables

arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale

the action of allowing a person or organization the use of a sum of money under an agreement to pay it back later.

a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task

the action of inventing something, typically a process or device

continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship

travel in or through (an unfamiliar country or area) in order to learn about or familiarize oneself with it

a journey or voyage undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose, especially that of exploration, scientific research, or war.

find (something or someone) unexpectedly or in the course of a search

something, typically money, that is owed or due

having a great deal of money, resources, or assets; rich

a legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized

a piece of written, printed, or electronic matter that provides information or evidence or that serves as an official record.

joined together politically, for a common purpose, or by common feelings

rise in rebellion.

a person who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or public works

a person who designs buildings and in many cases also supervises their construction

having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so.

showing or feeling slight anger; annoyed

(of a person) having no money; very poor

The Town Council spent a lot of money to __________ the old castle and other places of historic interest.

The conquerors __________ the natives.

After some battles Nigeria gained __________ from Britain in 1960.

We celebrate this day in __________ of our nation's founder.

The builder of the manor house is a direct ________of the present owner.

True __________ consists in putting the interests of one's country above everything.

Her success was a __________ to her ANCESTORS' hard work

She hadn't realized that her antiques were so __________ until she had them appraised.

We do not differentiate between our workers on the basis of their background or ethnic __________.

It's a bad idea for teenagers to do part-time work while they are still studying.

Which of the following sentences best paraphrases the statement.

It's a bad idea for teenagers to do part-time work while they are still studying.

Which of the following information should be included in the introduction?

Which of the following information should be included in the main body paragraph?

You must state whether you agree or disagree in an opinion essay.

Tick the point that isn't mentioned (refer back to the essay about the videogames).

Today, ...

Firstly, ...

Also, ...

I think that...

I don't think that...

Actually...

To sum up...

Which phrase is most suitable to start the final paragraph?

It is a .... belief that

It is a .... held view that

In .... to tackle this problem

To make an additional point you can use the following phrase: not .... that, but

It is often .... that

To introduce proposals you can use the following phrase: I would strongly .... that

.... is more,

As I ... it

In order to .... this problem

Mark the correct phrase

Flatmates often don’t get on very well at first. ....... they can have a lot of arguments.

Mark the correct phrase

Flats in my city are very expensive for one person. ....... I like sharing.

Mark the correct phrase

Most people share household tasks. ..,... they take it in turns to wash up.

Mark the correct phrase

I haven’t got room for a flatmate. ............, I like living on my own.

Mark the correct phrase

I think that house would be too expensive. ............., it’s a long way from the centre.

Mark the correct phrase

He’s a nice guy to live with. ................. he needs to help out more.

Mark the correct phrase

The flat’s on the fifth floor, and there’s no lift. ............., we decided to rent it.

Mark the correct phrase.

It’s not very big. ........., it’s right in the centre.

In my view, = In my......,

In order to ......this problem, I suggest that....

I would strongly.... that

phrases for concluding

Making an additional point

It is a .....belief that

It..... to me that

Which one is incorrect?

________, it would be very sensible to teach students how to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Phrases for introducing solutions or proposals