Basic Civil Engineering notes on Transportation Engineering & Modes of Transport
Agreeing and disagreeing
1. Agreeing and Disagreeing
A) “I think Italian food is fantastic.” Complete the table below using phrases from the box.
Yes, you’re right. Isn’t it a little difficult to prepare? Yes, it’s marvelous.
I don’t really agree with you. Do you? Especially pizzas.
Agreeing
1. Using a “standard phrase” for agreeing on any topic
2. Using another word that means the same (a synonym)
3. Making a general comment
Yes, all European food is.
4. Giving an example
Disagreeing
5. Using a “standard phrase” for disagreeing on any topic
6. Yes, but …
Maybe, but French food is better.
7. Asking an open question
8. Asking a negative question
2. B) Below are more responses to the comments about Hollywood movies. Write the appropriate
technique number 1-8 from section A next to each response. The first one has been done for
you.
A. Well, it’s OK, but I don’t think it’s as good as our movies. 6 c
B. Me too. I love their action movies. _____ and _____
C. Yes, they’re absolutely great. _____
D. Really? Do you think so? _____
E. Yes they are, aren’t they. _____
F. I’m not sure I agree with you.
It’s all just action and blood, isn’t it? _____ and _____
G. Yes, but I prefer French movies myself. They are more varied. _____
H. Yes, I agree. They are the best in the world. _____and _____
C) First agree then disagree with these six opinions. Write your responses. Use techniques
from section A and your own ideas.
1. Hot in here, isn’t it?
2. This show is very good.
3. My car is very reliable.
4. I think we should cancel the whole project right now.
5. I think A&B Auditors should audit our accounts next year.
6. I think we should move production to a country where labor costs are cheaper.
3. D) Write an opinion about a topic of your choice. Choose something interesting.
I think _________________________________________________________________
Form small groups. Read out your opinion and continue the discussion. Remember to ask
other people for their opinion (What about you? What do you think, Hans?).