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FIRST SPEAKING PART 3/4 2
Family and friends
Put the phrases in the correct columns.
1a
As far as I’m concerned, … In my experience, … Let me explain …
Personally, I’d say that … Speaking for myself, … The reason I say this is because …
To put it another way, … What I mean by that is …
Giving an opinion Clarifying an opinion
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Then give your opinions on 1–4. Support your arguments with examples.
1b
1. You don’t need more than a couple of good friends.
2. It’s important to maintain the same friendships throughout life.
3. You only find out who your real friends are when you have a problem.
4. You should talk to your family first when you need advice.
Match 1–8 with a–h to make concluding statements and questions.
2
1. OK then, we have a on that?
2. Shall we make our final b think that …
3. So, we both c made a decision.
4. What have d an agreement.
5. I think that’s it, e don’t you?
6. Are we agreed f decision now?
7. I think we’ve come g we decided then?
8. We’ve reached h to a conclusion about …
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