Listening: Identifying Viewpoints Flashcards
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A speaker says, "I have to admit, I was wrong about her." What is she expressing?
Answer: A change of opinion
Admitting she was wrong shows her viewpoint has changed.
A man remarks, "It's a decent plan, but I wouldn't get my hopes up." His attitude is:
Answer: Cautiously pessimistic
"Wouldn't get my hopes up" tempers the mild praise with caution.
A woman says, "You make a good point, but consider the other side." She is:
Answer: Partly agreeing while introducing a counterpoint
She concedes a good point and then raises an alternative perspective.
A speaker states, "As far as I'm concerned, the matter is settled." His tone is:
Answer: Firm and decided
"The matter is settled" shows a firm, closed position.
Two neighbours discuss a fence. One says, "I'm on the fence about it, honestly." Her view is:
Answer: Undecided
The idiom "on the fence" means undecided.
A man comments, "Sure, it's popular, but popular doesn't mean good." His attitude is:
Answer: Critical despite the popularity
He challenges the value of the thing despite admitting it is popular.
A woman says, "I couldn't agree more with what she said." Her reaction is:
Answer: Complete agreement
"Couldn't agree more" means she fully agrees.