Exercise 1: Matching

Tell whether the sentences/phrase below expresses opinion, agreement or disagreement.

Expressing Opinion Agree Disagree

e.g In my opinion,... I agree with you. I don’t agree.

I couldn’t agree more. I suppose so. I don’t think so.

It’s my opinion that.. I quite agree on that. I reckon…
I couldn’t agree less. I believe that… That’s ridiculous.
I think you’re mistaken. I feel that… So do I.
I honestly think… It certainly is. Nonsense.
I’m afraid I don’t agree. I think so too.
I certainly agree with you. If you say so.

Exercise 2: Agree or Disagree

Tell whether you agree or disagree with the opinions below using the sentences/phrase above.

1. Money is the most important thing in life.

2. Music is the best entertainment in the world.
3. Nearly all policemen are corrupt.
4. Tea is nicer than coffee.
5. Traveling is always pleasant.
6. Blonde women are prettier than brunette women.
7. Winter is nicer than summer.
8. Fish is better than meat.

Exercise 3: Opinions
Express your opinions regarding the topics below. Choose from a or b in which opinion you
agree and defend your answer.

1. Better pets 4. Watching TV

a. Dogs a. Good
b. Cats b. Bad
2. Homework 5. Most important meal
a. Good a. Breakfast
b. Bad b. Lunch
3. College Diploma c. Dinner
a. Need
b. Don’t Need