Agreeing & Disagreeing
somdn_product_pageLanguage for Discussions: B1 is a free ESL activity that helps students participate more naturally in classroom discussions.
The worksheet introduces clear, level-appropriate phrases for:
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Expressing agreement and disagreement in English
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Giving opinions ESL phrases and asking for opinions
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Using so / neither / either correctly
This lesson comes with:
Teacher’s Copy – Includes detailed teacher’s notes and an answer key.
Student Version – Perfect for sharing via email for online lessons.
This is most suited to B1/B2- level students.
40 minutes +
Students begin by reflecting on which esl agreeing and disagreeing expressions they usually use, then practise the new language through pair and group discussions on 9 thought-provoking topics. This approach encourages learners to move beyond simple responses like “I agree” or “I don’t think so” and develop a wider range of useful expressions.
The accompanying teacher’s notes provide:
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Step-by-step activity guidance
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Tips on formal vs informal expressions
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Extra phrases for 3rd/4th person agreement and disagreement
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A sample discussion dialogue
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Common error corrections (e.g. I am agree → I agree, So I don’t → Neither do I)
Why teachers use this resource:
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Free, ready-to-use ESL activity
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Boosts confidence in classroom discussions
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Gives students natural, varied expressions for agreeing, disagreeing, and giving opinions
Try this free ESL Giving Opinions Activity with 9 discussion topics in class today!
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