2. CONVERSATION - International issues
1. All borders should be open. Do you agree?
2. What are the most important democratic values? Are these values respected in your
country?
3. Do you believe that your country is well represented in the international forum?
4. Should European countries head towards a closer economic and social bond, or
reinforce their independence and economic sustainability?
5. Have you ever considered emigration? Why/ Why not?
6. Is immigration a positive or negative phenomenon?
7. What could the country's authorities do to encourage tolerance and facilitate the
process of integration for immigrants?
8. Should immigrants be allowed to cultivate their own traditions in the host country?
Should they be allowed to take religious holidays, e.g. Ramadan?
GENERAL
4. International issues - VOCABULARY
globalisation
independence
economic sustainability
democratic values
foreign affairs
immigration
emigration
foreigners' of
fi
ce
work permit
host country
international trade
refugees
diplomats
citizenship
deportation
bias
prejudice
discrimination
xenophobia
coalition
international agreement
con
fl
ict of interests
border patrol
residence
seek asylum
6. Expressing your opinion
I believe/think that…
In my opinion,…
The way I see it,…
If you ask me,…
I would say that…
It seems to me that…
As far as I’m concerned,…
Agreeing with your partner
I (totally) agree with you.
You’re dead right.
That’s (absolutely) true.
You’re (absolutely) right.
That’s a great idea.
I couldn’t agree more.
Yes, I see what you mean.
I see it that way, too.
Yes, of course. | I think so, too.
Disagreeing with your partner
I’m afraid I don’t see it the same way.
I’m sorry but I have to disagree.
You may be right, but I have a different view.
That might be true, but I’m not sure I agree with you.
I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.
Conceding arguments
While you might say that ..., it's important to remember that ...
I agree with you that ... On the other hand, ...
Although/even though it is true that... I believe that...
I agree/admit/concede that... , but we must remember that…
I can understand that... Nevertheless, ...
It's true/obvious/evident that ... However, ...
Agreeing & Disagreeing
7. Starting your discussion
Shall I start? / Yeah, go on.
Shall I go
fi
rst? / Of course, go ahead.
Is it okay if I start? / Sure, no problem.
Would you like to go
fi
rst? / Yes, why not?
Asking for your partner’s opinion
statement, don’t you think/agree?
statement , wouldn’t you agree?
statement, right?
Do you think…? | Do you believe that…?
What do you think about…?
How about…? | What about…?
What’s your take on…?
Concluding the discussion
I believe we have an agreement, don’t we?
So, do we have an agreement?
Shall we stick to…?
Shall we agree on..?
Changing the subject
As for + one of the options
In relation to + one of the options
As regards + one of the options
Regarding the question of the task,
Interacting
8. DIALOGUE
• Your conversation should last about 8-9 minutes.
• Avoid short answers, take part and speak and listen to your partner
• Your partner’s information is different from yours.
• If possible, try to reach an agreement at the end of the conversation.
STUDENT
A
2- DIALOGUE
Migration is constant in human history
Immigrants contribute to the country's GDP
Immigrants
fi
ll the gap in low-skilled jobs
Immigration is essential to prevent demographic collapse
Your country's citizen also emigrate to other countries
MIGRATION
You have watched a TV debate about immigration. The experts have been debating whether your country should accept
100, 000 immigrants of various nationalities next year. You support this idea. You are convinced that immigration is a positive
phenomenon. You start the conversation.
9. DIALOGUE
• Your conversation should last about 8-9 minutes.
• Avoid short answers, take part and speak and listen to your partner
• Your partner’s information is different from yours.
• If possible, try to reach an agreement at the end of the conversation.
STUDENT
B
2- DIALOGUE
Immigrants take away our jobs
Immigration causes tension and con
fl
icts on cultural background
Sooner or later immigrants will demand a formal representation in
international institutions
Some immigrants work illegally and don't pay taxes
MIGRATION
You have watched a TV debate about immigration. The experts have been debating whether your country should accept
100, 000 immigrants of various nationalities next year. You oppose this idea. You are convinced that immigration is a negative
phenomenon. You start the conversation..
11. MONOLOGUE STRUCTURE
MONOLOGUE STRUCTURE:
1. Introduction: introduce the topic in a general way
2. Arguments (pros/cons): organise your ideas in different arguments,
and explain each topic in depth, trying to show all the pros and the cons
3. Personal Opinion: express your own personal ideas
4. Conclusion: summarise everything that you have said before, your personal
beliefs and other people’s beliefs or behaviours about the topic.
12. MONOLOGUE - GLOBALISATION
Read the introduction to the topic and the suggestions. Use at least 3 of the ideas below.
You may add your own ideas. Talk for about 4- 4:30 minutes
No need to use the pictures
GLOBALISATION
•Pros and cons of living in a globalised world
•The unrestricted movement of people and goods
•Ways in which globalization is being resisted locally
•The dissolution of traditional certainties
