Introduction…

Full Name : Annisa Luthfia Khusna

Nickname : Khusna

College : UNY

Study Program : English Education

Phone Number : 083863917460

Instagram : @luthfia_khusna
CODE OF
CONDUCT
 No Phone While Learning

 No Unnecessary Sound  

 Taking Turn

 Having Fun

*Tentative
PAY ATTENTION TO THIS VIDEO
QUIZ TIME
OPINION AND
THOUGHT
Class XI
 Kompetensi Dasar
K.D 3.2
menerapkan fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan teks interaksi transaksional
lisan dan tulis yang melibatkan tindakan memberi dan meminta informasi terkait pendapat dan
pikiran, sesuai dengan konteks penggunaannya. (Perhatikan unsur kebahasaan I think, I suppose,
in my opinion) 

K.D 4.2
menyusun teks interaksi transaksional, lisan dan tulis, pendek dan sederhana, yang melibatkan
tindakan memberi dan meminta informasi terkait pendapat dan pikiran, dengan memperhatikan
fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan yang benar dan sesuai konteks
 Definitions

 An opinion is the way you feel or think about something.

 According to Cambridge Dictionary, an opinion is defined as a thought or belief
about something or someone. 
 Opinions are not based on knowledge but based on perspective.
 Giving an opinion is stating something which is believed on the observation. In
other words, there is a reason behind the opinion. Whenever we give our
opinion, it’s important to give reasoning as well.
 Social Function of Asking for and Giving Opinion and Thought

The social function of asking for and giving opinion and thought is
to keep interpersonal relationship by asking for and giving
opinion or thought about something.
 
 Point of View

Mark: As we know, Scarlett's got a new CD coming out soon,

TW: So, let's have a look at the best way we can promote it in France.
Mark: Okay, well, I strongly believe Scarlett should visit the major music stores.
In my opinion, that's the best way to meet her fans.
TW: I’m not so sure. What do you think, Jack?
Jacques: Actually, I don't agree with Mark. Scarlett isn't commercial in that way.
Scarlett: I agree with Jacques. I don't have a commercial image. It isn't my style.
a. Personal Point of View Opinion

These expressions are used to show our personal view.

1) Subject+ Verb + Opinion

Subject Verb Opinion

I think that bullying is dangerous

I believe that the corruptors will be caught soon

I reckon it is the best song I have ever listened to.

I suppose that joining a course is the best way to study.

2) Phrases of stating opinion
Phrases of Stating Opinion Opinion
In my opinion, it is a good idea to have a new room.
As far as I'm concerned, this institution is the best in this town.
To my mind, people choose the brand because of the price.
In my experience, ……
In my view, ……
Based on my point of view, ……

3) Adverb + Subject+ Verb + that (opinion)

Adverb Subject Verb Opinion

Personally, I think that this book is boring.

Honestly, I suppose that this show is not good.
Frankly, I believe that the thieves will be caught soon.
b. General Point of View
1) Subject+ Verb + Opinion

Subject Verb Opinion

Most people say that junk food is not good for health.
Some people believe that the facilities of the park is poor.
Many people argue that exams are the best way to assess people's competence.
Almost everyone think that she is very famous.
The majority agree that the students should be responsible of their assignments.

2) Dummy Subject + Verb + Opinion

Dummy Subject Verb Opinion

It is important to bring identity card everywhere we go.
It will be nice if the park has facilities for the elders.
It is sometimes argued that students are allowed to bring their cell phone.
 Language Features of Asking for and Giving Opinion and Thought

 
 
b) Use of adjectives to show how strongly you feel
a) Use of mental verbs about something
• think • certain
• believe • convinced
• doubt • sure
• feel
• assume
• suppose
• realize
c) Use of adverb phrases to qualify your opinion
• guess
• understand •in a sense
• hope •in a way
• imagine •to some extent
 Language Features

Look at the dialogue below!

Mark: As we know, Scarlett's got a new CD coming out soon,
TW: So, let's have a look at the best way we can promote it in France.
Mark: Okay, well, I strongly believe Scarlett should visit the major music stores. In my opinion,
that's the best way to meet her fans.
TW: I’m not so sure. What do you think, Jack?
Jacques: Actually, I don't agree with Mark. Scarlett isn't commercial in that way.
Scarlett: I agree with Jacques. I don't have a commercial image. It isn't my style.
 Language Features

Look at the dialogue below!

Mark: As we know, Scarlett's got a new CD coming out soon,

TW: So, let's have a look at the best way we can promote it in France.
Mark: Okay, well, I strongly believe Scarlett should visit the major music stores. In my opinion,
that's the best way to meet her fans.
TW: I’m not so sure. What do you think, Jack?
Jacques: Actually, I don't agree with Mark. Scarlett isn't commercial in that way.
Scarlett: I agree with Jacques. I don't have a commercial image. It isn't my style.
d) Use of expressions of asking for and giving an opinion and thought, and the responses

The following are expressions of asking for and giving an opinion and thought.

Asking for Opinion and Thought Giving an Opinion and Thought

1. What do you think of...?
2. What do you think about...?
3. What is your opinion about...?
4. Do you think...?
5. What is your idea about...?
6. Tell me what you think!
7. Do you have any idea?
1. I think (that)....
2. I personally believe/think/feel....
3. From my point of view, ....
4. In my view, ....
5. As I see it, ….
6. According to me, ….
7. As far as I'm concerned, ….
8. Well, if you ask me...
9. I suppose....
10. In my opinion, ….
11. It seems to me….
12. I feel/reckon....
 Structure of Asking for and Giving Opinion and Thought

Look at the dialogue below!

Mark: As we know, Scarlett's got a new CD coming out soon,
TW: So, let's have a look at the best way we can promote it in France.
Mark: Okay, well, I think Scarlett should visit the major music stores. In my opinion, that's the best
way to meet her fans.
TW: I’m not so sure. What do you think, Jack?
Jacques: Actually, I don't agree with Mark. Scarlett isn't commercial in that way.
Scarlett: I agree with Jacques. I don't have a commercial image. It isn't my style.
 Agreeing an Opinion
1. I agree with your opinion.
2. Yes, I agree (with you).
3. I think so, too.
4. I don't have any objections.
5. That's true/right/fine.
6. That's exactly what I think.
7. You're (absolutely) right.
8. That's a good point.
9. I see what your point is.
10. I know what you mean.
11. I couldn't agree more.
12. Neither do I.
13. I agree, I never thought of that.
Disagreeing an Opinion
1. I'm sorry, I don't agree with you.
2. I see your point, but....
3. You maybe right, but....
4. To some extent, yes, but ….
5. I don't think so. / l doubt it.
6. I don't get along with it.
7. I disagree. / 1 don't agree.
8. I don't believe that.
9. I am not convinced that . . .
10. I am not sure about that.
11. I think you are wrong.
12. That’s very good point, but . . .
13. That’s ridiculous!
14. I am afraid I have to disagree with you there.
Apart from paying attention to the sentence structure, opinions and thoughts are also influenced by certain words
which make them sound as strong, medium, and weak opinions.
Strong Opinions
I am convinced that . . .
I strongly believe that . . .
I am absolutely certain that . . .
Medium Opinion
I have no doubt on it that . . .
My impression is . . .
It seems to me that . . .
I feel certain that . . .
I believe . . .
It seems to . . .
It strikes me . . .
Weak Opinions
I think . . .
I am fairly certain that . . .
I would have thought that . . .
I don't think . . .
 Statement
Smoking should be banned in
public places.
Bullying is so prevalent in most
I couldn't agree more with you.
schools.
Women should not work.
Harry Potter series is much
better than Twilight series.
Absolutely right. It should be as
Online gaming should be
banned.
Agree Disagree
I totally agree that smoking
I am sorry but I tend to disagree
should be banned in public
with you on this.
places.
I think it would be wrong to
generalize.
I think so too. Women should
I am afraid I have to disagree with
stay at home and take care of
you on this.
their children.
Yes, I agree. Harry Potter
It’s not justified to say because both
series has a much better and have different plots.
well-developed story line.
it distracts students from I don't agree with you. It is a venue
for students to develop their skills.
studying.
5 minutes break
 You’ll find me in Mercury,
Earth, Mars and Jupiter, but
not in Venus or Neptune.
Who am I? 
Answer : The letter
“R”
What is more useful
when it is broken?
Answer : An egg
What kind of room
has no doors or
windows?
Answer: A
mushroom
Fill in the blanks using the opinion expressions given in the box below. 

1) I ________________ with you bullying should be banned. 

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 yoghourt at the same time causes a
severe skin disease. 
6) I feel quite___________________ about this issue.

a. opinion b. strong c. strongly believe

d. totally agree e. am concerned f. believe that

Conversation 1
A: ? (1) (asking opinion)
B:  I’m not sure. For me, it’s important that children do not smoke.
A:  But do you think it’s a good idea that people can smoke in shops and buses?
B:  I don’t think so. Children use buses too.
A:  So what do you think about stopping smoking everywhere in Jakarta?
B:  . (2) (responding)

Conversation 2
A:  Do you think that Jakarta is a great place to live?
B:    (3) (responding). There are so many places to go in Jakarta. But, it’s not easy to travel around
the city. Jakarta is too crowded
A:  What do you think about the idea that there are too many people living in Jakarta?
B: (4) (responding + giving opinion). There are a lot of people but it makes the city always
busy and exciting.
Conversation 3

Situation: choosing a dress in a department store.

Naima: I love these two dresses. But I have to choose one. ? (5) (asking opinion)

Naomi: I think the dress which has peach color is suited to you.

Naima: Really? But the blue one has a beautiful design.

Naomi: (6) (responding). But it seems too big to you isn’t it?

Naima: Yea…

Naomi: I have an idea! Let’s find a dress which has a peach color, but the design is similar to the blue
one?

Naima: ! (7) (responding)

Listening is easer than
Reading in English?
Joint Construction
 Make a group of 3 students.
 Arrange a dialogue based on the situation.
 Make sure each group member gets a chance to speak.
 At least each member conveys 5 sentences/lines.
 Each member must memorize their respective parts of the dialogue.
 Present the dialogue in front of the class in the next meeting.
1 Food Preferences: Discuss your favorite fast-food restaurant and why you like it. The options are KFC, McDonald’s,
and CFC.

2
Favorite Shopping Destinations: Share your favorite mall among Jogja City Mall, Ambarukmo Plaza, Lippo Plaza,
Malioboro Mall, and Sleman City Hall. Explain the reasons for your choice.
3
Online Shopping Platforms: Explore your preferred online application for shopping between Shopee, Tokopedia, Tiktok
Shop and Lazada. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each platform.
4
Favorite School Canteen: As students of Smada, discuss your favorite canteen and what makes it special. Is it the food
variety, price, or something else?
5
Mountain vs. Beach: Engage in a friendly debate about whether you prefer spending time in the mountains or at the
beach. Share your reasons and experiences related to your choice.
6
Drakor vs. Anime: Discuss your preference for either Korean dramas (Drakor) or Japanese anime. Talk about the genres
you enjoy, cultural influences, and the reasons behind your preference.
Thank You