C2 Speaking Skills

Question 1

How would you introduce your argument in favor of the statement?

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"While social media connects people, the negative consequences, such as misinformation and mental health issues, outweigh the benefits."

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"Social media is bad for everyone, and we need to stop using it completely."

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"Social media is very harmful, and there’s no reason to think otherwise."

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"We all use social media, but we must admit it does more harm than good."

Question 2

If someone challenges your point by saying, "Social media helps people stay informed about global events," how could you respond?

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"That may be true, but it also spreads misinformation faster than traditional media, which can lead to confusion."

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"Not everything online is true, so it’s not useful at all."

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"Global events are irrelevant compared to the problems social media causes."

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"People can stay informed in other ways without relying on social media."

Question 3

How would you end your argument in support of the statement?

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"In conclusion, the disadvantages of social media—such as its impact on mental health and misinformation—clearly show it does more harm than good."

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"Social media is harmful, and we should all stop using it immediately."

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"So, everyone should agree that social media does more harm than good."

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"That’s all I have to say about why social media is harmful."

Question 4

If asked, "What solutions could mitigate the harm caused by social media?" what is the best response?

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"Stronger regulations on social media platforms and better digital literacy education could reduce the negative effects."

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"People should stop using social media altogether."

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"There’s no way to fix the harm caused by social media."

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"Everyone should limit their time on social media."

Question 5

How would you handle a follow-up question asking, "Do the benefits of social media in education outweigh its disadvantages?"

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"While social media has educational benefits, such as access to resources, its potential to distract and spread misinformation makes it less reliable."

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"No, social media has no real benefits in education."

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"Yes, the educational benefits are worth the risks."

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"I’m not sure, but I think it’s more harmful than helpful."