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Anglais — 4e
Expressing Opinions & Agreeing/Disagreeing
Classe de 4e
Cours & Explication
In English, expressing opinions clearly and politely is an important communication skill, especially for oral exams and discussions. 🔹 Expressing opinions : • In my opinion, ... / In my view, ... • I think (that) ... / I believe (that) ... • I feel (that) ... • It seems to me that ... • As far as I am concerned, ... • Personally, I think ... 🔹 Agreeing : • I agree (with you). / I totally agree. • You are absolutely right. • That's a good point. • Exactly! / Precisely! • I think so too. 🔹 Disagreeing (politely) : • I disagree. / I don't agree. • I'm afraid I don't agree with you. • I see your point, but... • On the other hand, ... • That may be true, but... • With all due respect, I think... 🔹 Asking for opinions : • What do you think (about...)? • What is your opinion on...? • Do you agree that...? • How do you feel about...?
Exemples & Pratique
📝 Role-play : Debate on mobile phones in school Student A: In my opinion, mobile phones should be banned from schools because they distract students. Student B: I see your point, but I disagree. Smartphones can be useful for research. Student A: That may be true, but many students use them to play games, not to study. Student B: You are right about that. However, teachers could control their use. 📝 Translate using appropriate expressions : • À mon avis, l'éducation est la clé du succès. → In my opinion, education is the key to success. • Je suis tout à fait d'accord avec toi. → I totally agree with you. • Je vois ton point de vue, mais je ne suis pas d'accord. → I see your point, but I disagree. • Qu'est-ce que tu penses de ce problème ? → What do you think about this problem?
Exercices Corrigés
Give three expressions to express an opinion in English.
Correction
In my opinion... / I think that... / As far as I am concerned...
How do you politely disagree with someone?
Correction
Use phrases like: 'I see your point, but...', 'I'm afraid I disagree...', 'That may be true, but...' — these show respect while still expressing a different view.
Write a short exchange (4 lines) expressing agreement and disagreement on this topic: 'Children should not use social media.'
Correction
A: In my opinion, children under 13 should not use social media because it is dangerous. B: I totally agree — there is too much inappropriate content. A: However, some platforms can be educational. B: That may be true, but parents should always supervise their children.
Translate: 'Personnellement, je pense que le sport est essentiel pour la santé.'
Correction
Personally, I think that sport is essential for health.
What is the difference between 'I disagree' and 'I'm afraid I don't agree'?
Correction
Both mean the same thing but 'I'm afraid I don't agree' is more polite and formal, softer in tone.
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