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FUNCTIONS
• Making predictions about the future English 9
• Asking for and giving opinion (agreement, disagreement, etc…)
• Interrupting someone in a conversation Theme 10
• Gaining time in a conversation
Television & Social Media
L1
5. Listen to the conversation and tick the phrases you hear. Tapescript 10.1.2

F May I add something to that? F May I have a word here?
F Sorry to interrupt, but... F Can I add something here?
F Can I stop you there for a moment? F I’m sorry for interrupting, but...
F You have a point here. F Pardon me.

6. Read the statements and circle the function.

1. I totally disagree with you about social media. 4. I’m of the same opinion that watching TV
a. Agreeing b. Disagreeing series is nonsense.
a. Agreeing b. Disagreeing
2. To me, we won’t use television in the near future.
a. Expressing opinion b. Asking for opinion
5. What do you think about sharing private photos
3. What is your opinion on online education? on social media?
a. Expressing an opinion b. Asking for opinion a. Expressing opinion b. Asking for opinion

7. Work in pairs, read the statements and ask for and give opinions about them as in the example.

E.g. Sally Do you learn anything when you watch TV?
Jane I think it is a waste of time. Do you agree with me?
Sally That’s for sure! To me, there are no informative shows on TV./I’m not sure about it.
Some TV shows are informative.

1. Action movies are a waste of money.

2. Watching TV a lot causes lack of communication.

3. Social media will replace traditional communication.

4. I think studying abroad is a great opportunity.

5. People don’t get enough exercise nowadays.

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