Opinion and Thought (a brief

material and exercise)

by

MUHAMMAD AKBAR (ESL Teacher)

Academic Year 2021 - 2022
 Basic Competence & Learning Outcomes

Basic Competence 3.2 Learning Outcomes

Analyzing the social function, structure of ● Understanding the text structure of the
the text, and language features on “Asking statement of opinion and thought
Opinion and Thought” based on the context ● Understanding the language features of
of use. opinion and thought
 Table of contents

1 Opinion 3 Exercise

Agree and
2 Disagree
4 Conclusion
 Opinion
An opinion is the way you feel or think about something. It is based on our
perspective and it is important to give reasoning or an example to support our opinion.
Expressions that are used to show point of view
Personal point of view General point of view
Most people do not agree…………
I think………
Common Generally it is accepted………..
In my opinion,…….
Almost everyone………
As far as I’m concerned,
Majority disagrees with………..
From my point of view/perspective Some people say that…..
According to me………… Majority agree with……
I strongly Believe that….. Some people believe…….

I reckon…… It is sometimes argued…..

 Agree and Disagree
Expressions of Agreements with an opinion; Expressions of Disagreement;
I agree, I never though of that.
I couldn’t agree more I am sorry, I don’t agree with you.
I think so too I am afraid I have to disagree with you.
This is absolutely right. I can’t say I agree with this,
I disagree with you.
I think you are wrong.
I don’t agree with this.
It is rather silly your point of view.
Watch the video (movie scene) and listen carefully. Find the
expression about how to giving opinion and asking opinion!

https://clipchamp.com/watch/VWQIw2QTCki
Exercise
Time!
What do you think about mural
phenomenon in Indonesia?
Should online gaming be banned?
Match the opinion with the topic given below. You may use one topic more than
once! About
TOPIC
Museum Movie Monorail 1. Movie
Hotel Book Restaurant
Opinion 2. Book
1. The graphics were absolutely awesome. Don't you agree with me?

2. Even though the cover didn't look interesting, the story seems good so 3. Hotel
far.
3. I totally agree with you that the chairs are of the low quality of the 4. Restaurant
rooms.
4. I think the food was very tasty. 5. Museum
5. You are right; the artifacts are arranged in the most amazing manner.
6. Hotel
6. The room was not so good. I felt cheated.
7. I felt it was really cruel when Bambi's mother died and I think the
movie is not appropriate for little children. 7. Movie
Fill in the blanks using the opinion expressions given below!

opinion am concerned
totally agree

strongly believe believe that strongly

1. I ________________ with you.

2. It is all right if you don't agree with me but I have every right to
my________________.
3. As far as I ________________ , I will not support bullying in my school.
4. I ________________ that medical care should be free for everyone.
5. Some people_________________ eating fish and yogurt at the same time causes
severe skin disease.
Below are several opinions. Some of them use general point of view and personal
point of view. Then write GV=General point of view, PV= Personal point of view.

Most of all my friends think Cellular phone should not be banned in classroom. GV

In my experience, Math is the most difficult subject.

PV
I strongly believe that “Warcraft” is fantastic movie that is adapted from game.

Some people say that drinking orange juice right after brushing your teeth tastes bad. PV
Majority believe Super Mario is one of greatest video game character of all time.
GV
I felt like I was getting drowned with shame and disgrace

I think the drama was awesome, the story line was amazing
GV

PV
PV
 Debate Time!
Motions

• THBT being single is preferable

to being in a relationship.
• THBT parents should teach
morality to their children
through religious context (e.g. “it
is a sin to lie”; "help their
neighbour" etc.)
• THBT flipped classroom does
more good than harm
Conclusion
• An opinion is the way you feel or think about
something. It is based on our perspective and it
is important to give reasoning or an example to
support our opinion.

• Agreeing and disagreeing are used to express

agreement of disagreement and disagreement
towards a matter of issue
 Reflection!
https://www.mentimeter.com/s/21a4d214
91033383e471f950e4581d09
Thanks
Should you have any questions, feel free to reach me

+6282187202373

email:muhammad.akbar@bosowaschool.sch.id
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