The topic explained
LESSON 4A SPEAKING
- I can propose solutions, and give reasons and justifications when talking about food.
Two students, one problem
Listen to two students talking and answer the questions.
Which problem are they discussing?
What consequences do they talk about?
What solutions do they propose?
Proposing options
SPEAKING | Proposing solutions, giving reasons and justifications
- Another 1 ___ forward could be (organising courses).
- In my opinion, we should also be 2 ___ at (giving tips about …)
- We need to 3 ___ this problem head on.
- Given the difficulty/urgency of the problem, we need to …
Another 1 ___ forward could be (organising courses).
In my opinion, we should also be 2 ___ at (giving tips about …)
We need to 3 ___ this problem head on.
Giving reasons (justifications)
- My 4 ___ for saying that is …
- The reasoning 5 ___ that is that …
- The logic underpinning such an approach is that …
- What I’m 6 ___ to say is that some people …
My 4 ___ for saying that is …
The reasoning 5 ___ that is that …
What I’m 6 ___ to say is that some people …
Acknowledging another person’s suggestions
- Actually, that’s a really 7 ___ option.
- I see where you’re going with that.
- Good thinking.
- You’re spot on.
Actually, that’s a really 7 ___ option.
Food waste: the conversation
Reem:
No, I didn’t. What is the 1 ___ behind that, do you think?
I see where you’re 2 ___ that.
We should also 3 ___ at bulk-size packaging in shops.
4 ___ thinking!
Laila:
What I’m 5 ___ say is that they do it so as not to appear so gluttonous.
You’re 6 ___ on!
