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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
L2
5. Complete the conversations using the phrases below. One phrase is extra.
Pardon me, Excuse me, may I add something? You have a point here.
Excuse me for interrupting, but... Can I stop you there for a moment?

1 Jill Education is an essential and a long process. It starts at the age of 6 and usually finishes at 22.
Jeff ___________________________________________
Jill Of course.
Jeff To me, home is the first learning place of a child. Education starts after the birth and it never stops.

2 Jack In my opinion, a team's success depends on players' individual performances during games.
John ___________________________________________ I disagree with you. To me, in team sports,
success is the result of good training, motivation, cooperation and teamwork.

3 Sue Men are usually stronger than women, but women can deal with more things at a time than men can.
Mike ___________________________________________
Sue Sure, you may.
Mike I agree that women are better at multi-tasking. They are also more careful while doing them.
4 Michael Television programs affect young people in a negative way. Because of them, young people are
getting ruder and more aggressive.
George ___________________________________________ I’d like to add something to that. Some
television programs also make people lazier and less careful.
Michael You’re absolutely right. Parents should take precautions to prevent further problems.

6. Match the statements with the responses. Two statements are extra.

1. I think spending too much time in front of TV a. I agree because children need their parents for
causes backache. most of the time.
2. In my opinion, sharing photos on social media is b. I feel the same. There is no point in sharing
nonsense. What do you think about it? private photos.
3. TV has negative effects on family life. Do you agree? c. I couldn’t agree more. This will help with
4. You shouldn’t rely on all the news on the Net. environmental problems.
5. Disrespectful neighbors may ruin other’s lives. d. I totally agree with you. People don’t move
6. Parents should spend more time with their children. enough while sitting in front of it.
7. There should be limits for water consumption. e. I’m afraid I disagree because you can access
What do you think about it?
true news via the Net, as well.

7. Listen to the dialogs and fill in the blanks. Tapescript 10.2.1

1
John What do you think about the effects of social media?
Sally ___________________________, there are both positive and negative points.
2
Molly Do you agree that the TV is an effective way to learn new things?
Mark ___________________________, it is not.

3 Tony ___________________________, Internet addiction is an important factor for obesity.
Jack I couldn’t agree more.
4 Gemma ___________________________, school exams shouldn’t be compulsory.
Başak I have a different opinion about it.

Sofia How do you feel about social media’s future?
5
Benjamin ___________________________ that it will dominate our lives.

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