SELT Expressing Opinions Clearly 3

Question 1

Which response shows polite disagreement without dismissing the other person's view?

Accepted Answer

I see your point, but I'd argue that the evidence suggests otherwise.

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That's completely wrong and makes no sense.

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You're entitled to your wrong opinion.

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I couldn't disagree more — end of discussion.

Question 2

A colleague says, 'Deadlines motivate people.' You partly agree. Which response best expresses partial agreement?

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I agree to some extent — they help some people but can cause stress for others.

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Yes, you're absolutely right in every way.

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No, deadlines are completely demotivating.

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That's an interesting point, but I have no opinion.

Question 3

Which phrase signals that you are adding your opinion to support what someone else said?

Accepted Answer

Furthermore, I share the opinion that investment in education is critical.

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On the other hand, I disagree with that view.

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However, I cannot agree with this assessment.

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In contrast, my view differs significantly.

Question 4

You want to respectfully challenge a colleague's opinion in a meeting. Which opener is most professional?

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I wonder if we might also consider an alternative perspective.

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That's a terrible idea and here's why.

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You clearly haven't thought this through.

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Let me tell you why you're mistaken.

Question 5

Which sentence expresses complete agreement in a formal register?

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I wholeheartedly concur with the view presented.

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Yeah, totally, I'm with you on that one.

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Sure, sounds good to me.

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I guess I agree, kind of.

Question 6

In a debate, a speaker says 'I take your point, however...' What is this speaker doing?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging the other side before introducing a counter-opinion.

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Fully accepting the other person's argument.

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Refusing to engage with the topic.

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Asking for clarification about the other person's view.

Question 7

Which phrase best introduces a counter-opinion in a formal essay?

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Opponents of this view, however, argue that...

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But wait, there's another side to this.

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Some people are wrong because...

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I personally hate this idea.