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    The document discusses expressions used to qualify opinions in discussions and debates, such as "in my opinion", "to be honest", and "I think you're right". It also lists 15 statements intended for discussion, covering topics like happiness, euthanasia, blood sports, pay for celebrities, technology in schools, living in space, giving to beggars, media violence, military service, capital punishment, advertising, credit cards for teens, social media, and pay incentives.

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    Intermediate level discussion questions using opinion expressions

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    The document discusses expressions used to qualify opinions in discussions and debates, such as "in my opinion", "to be honest", and "I think you're right". It also lists 15 statements intended for discussion, covering topics like happiness, euthanasia, blood sports, pay for celebrities, technology in schools, living in space, giving to beggars, media violence, military service, capital punishment, advertising, credit cards for teens, social media, and pay incentives.

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    The document discusses expressions used to qualify opinions in discussions and debates, such as "in my opinion", "to be honest", and "I think you're right". It also lists 15 statements intended for discussion, covering topics like happiness, euthanasia, blood sports, pay for celebrities, technology in schools, living in space, giving to beggars, media violence, military service, capital punishment, advertising, credit cards for teens, social media, and pay incentives.

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    Discussions

    1. Discuss the expressions.

    2. Discuss the statements.

    Expressions
    In my opinion . . .

    I really think . . .

    Yes, but I’m not sure I agree . . .

    To be honest . . .

    The worst thing is . .

    On the whole . . .

    The point I want to make is . . .

    If you ask me, . . .

    I think you’re right . . .

    In fact . . .

    Personally, I think . . . .

    I see what you mean, but . . .

    On one hand I agree . . . on the other hand I disagree

    I definitely agree. . .

    I strongly disagree . . .

    Statements
    People are happier in hot countries.

    Euthanasia should be made legal.

    Blood sports (like hunting, bullfighting) should be illegal.

    Pop stars, actors and top footballers are overpaid.

    Mobile phones should be allowed in schools.

    In the year 2090 people will start living on the moon.

    It’s foolish to give money to beggars.

    Violence on TV and computer games affects people’s behaviour.

    Military training should be made compulsory.

    The death penalty should be legal.

    Celebrities should be responsible for the products they advertise.

    Teenagers should have their own credit cards.

    Social media is destroying communication.

    People work better if they are paid more.

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