( B1 ) B1 — Leçon 4
Opinions, Arguments & Discussions
Expressing opinions, giving reasons, agreeing, disagreeing and taking part in discussions — Opinions, arguments et discussions.
( 01 ) Introduction
🎯 Objectifs de la leçon
Dans cette leçon, vous apprenez à donner votre opinion en anglais, à la justifier avec des raisons et des exemples, et à réagir poliment à l’opinion des autres.
Vous utiliserez la structure Opinion → Reason → Example → Conclusion.
Donner son opinion.
Expliquer les raisons de son opinion.
Être d’accord ou en désaccord.
Présenter un avantage ou un inconvénient.
Présenter un argument simple.
Répondre à l’opinion d’une autre personne.
Participer naturellement à une discussion.
Utiliser because, although, however, therefore et while.
Participer à une discussion de 3 à 5 minutes.
( 02 ) Vocabulary
📚 Vocabulaire de l’opinion et du débat
A. Noms essentiels
opinion
opinion
idea
idée
point of view
point de vue
argument
argument
discussion
discussion
debate
débat
reason
raison
example
exemple
advantage
avantage
disadvantage
inconvénient
benefit
bénéfice / avantage
problem
problème
solution
solution
decision
décision
choice
choix
suggestion
suggestion
advice
conseil
fact
fait
information
information
evidence
preuve
possibility
possibilité
situation
situation
result
résultat
consequence
conséquence
B. Adjectifs et adverbes
important
important
useful
utile
necessary
nécessaire
possible
possible
difficult
difficile
interesting
intéressant
positive
positif
negative
négatif
probably
probablement
perhaps
peut-être
C. Verbes de la discussion
to think
penser
to believe
croire
to feel
ressentir / estimer
to agree
être d’accord
to disagree
ne pas être d’accord
to explain
expliquer
to discuss
discuter
to argue
argumenter / débattre
to suggest
suggérer
to recommend
recommander
to support
soutenir
to accept
accepter
to refuse
refuser
to decide
décider
to choose
choisir
to compare
comparer
to consider
considérer
to improve
améliorer
to solve
résoudre
( 03 ) Useful Expressions
💬 Expressions utiles
A. Donner son opinion
I think that…
Je pense que…
I believe that…
Je crois que…
In my opinion, …
À mon avis, …
In my view, …
À mon point de vue, …
From my point of view, …
De mon point de vue, …
Personally, I think…
Personnellement, je pense que…
I feel that…
Je pense / je ressens que…
B. Être d’accord
I agree.
Je suis d’accord.
I completely agree.
Je suis tout à fait d’accord.
That's true.
C’est vrai.
You're right.
Vous avez raison.
I think you're right.
Je pense que vous avez raison.
C. Exprimer un désaccord poli
I disagree.
Je ne suis pas d’accord.
I don't completely agree.
Je ne suis pas complètement d’accord.
I'm not sure about that.
Je ne suis pas sûr(e) de cela.
I see your point, but…
Je comprends votre point de vue, mais…
I understand what you mean, but…
Je comprends ce que vous voulez dire, mais…
D. Donner des raisons, des exemples, des avantages et des inconvénients
The main reason is…
La raison principale est…
This is because…
C’est parce que…
One reason is that…
Une raison est que…
For example, …
Par exemple, …
For instance, …
Par exemple, …
One advantage is…
Un avantage est…
The main benefit is…
Le principal avantage est…
One disadvantage is…
Un inconvénient est…
The main problem is…
Le principal problème est…
( 04 ) Grammar
🧠 Linking Ideas — Relier les idées
1. because, although, however, therefore, while
because = raison · although = contraste dans la même phrase · however = contraste après un point · therefore = résultat · while = comparaison entre deux situations.
because — I like online learning because it is flexible.
because = parce que : introduit la raison.
although — Although online learning is useful, it can be difficult sometimes.
although = bien que / même si : contraste dans la même phrase.
however — Online learning is convenient. However, some students prefer traditional classes.
however = cependant : après un point, suivi d’une virgule.
therefore — The course is very practical. Therefore, many students enjoy it.
therefore = donc / par conséquent : introduit un résultat.
while — Some people prefer working from home, while others prefer the office.
while = tandis que / alors que : compare deux situations.
2. La structure d’un argument : Opinion → Reason → Example → Conclusion
C’est la structure la plus simple et la plus efficace pour défendre une idée à l’oral comme à l’écrit.
Opinion — In my opinion, learning English is very important.
1. On annonce son opinion.
Reason — The main reason is that English is useful for work and travel.
2. On donne la raison principale.
Example — For example, people can communicate with foreigners more easily.
3. On illustre avec un exemple concret.
Conclusion — Therefore, I think everyone should learn English.
4. On conclut avec therefore.
( 05 ) Conversation
💬 A Discussion About Online Learning
John
What do you think about online learning?
Que penses-tu de l’apprentissage en ligne ?
Mary
In my opinion, online learning is very useful.
À mon avis, l’apprentissage en ligne est très utile.
John
Why do you think so?
Pourquoi penses-tu cela ?
Mary
Because students can study from home and choose their own schedule.
Parce que les étudiants peuvent étudier depuis chez eux et choisir leur propre emploi du temps.
John
I agree with you. However, I think traditional classes are also important.
Je suis d’accord avec toi. Cependant, je pense que les cours traditionnels sont aussi importants.
Mary
That's true. What is the main advantage of traditional classes?
C’est vrai. Quel est le principal avantage des cours traditionnels ?
John
Students can communicate directly with their teachers and classmates.
Les étudiants peuvent communiquer directement avec leurs professeurs et leurs camarades.
Mary
I see your point. But online learning can be more flexible.
Je comprends ton point de vue. Mais l’apprentissage en ligne peut être plus flexible.
John
Yes, that's true.
Oui, c’est vrai.
Mary
So, which one do you prefer?
Alors, lequel préfères-tu ?
John
Personally, I prefer a combination of both.
Personnellement, je préfère une combinaison des deux.
Mary
I completely agree. This could give students the advantages of both systems.
Je suis tout à fait d’accord. Cela donnerait aux étudiants les avantages des deux systèmes.
( 06 ) Listening
🎧 Is Technology Good for Us?
Écoutez l’enregistrement sans lire le script, puis répondez aux 5 questions.
1. What has technology changed?
2. Why do many people think technology is useful?
3. What is one disadvantage mentioned?
4. What is the speaker's opinion?
5. What is important according to the speaker?
Score : 0 / 5
( 07 ) Reading
📖 Working From Home
Working from home has become popular in many countries. Some people believe that it is better than working in an office. They say that working from home saves time because employees do not have to travel every day.
However, other people prefer working in an office. They believe that communication with colleagues is easier when everyone works together.
In my opinion, both options have advantages and disadvantages. Working from home can be comfortable and flexible, while working in an office can make teamwork easier. Therefore, companies should consider the needs of their employees.
1. Why do some people prefer working from home?
2. Why do some people prefer working in an office?
3. What does the writer think?
4. What can working from home provide?
5. What should companies consider?
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( 08 ) Speaking
🗣️ Donnez votre opinion
What do you think about learning English?
Exemple : In my opinion, learning English is very important because it is useful for work.
Do you prefer studying alone or with other people?
Exemple : Personally, I prefer studying with other people because we can help each other.
What is the most important advantage of technology?
Exemple : The main benefit is that we can find information easily.
What is one disadvantage of social media?
Exemple : One disadvantage is that people spend too much time on their phones.
Do you prefer working from home or in an office?
Exemple : I prefer working from home because it saves time.
What makes a good teacher?
Exemple : I believe that a good teacher is patient and explains things clearly.
Should students use smartphones at school?
Exemple : I see your point, but I think smartphones can be useful for research.
Is travelling important for learning about other cultures?
Exemple : Yes, I think so, because we discover traditions and habits.
What is one important problem in your community?
Exemple : In my view, the main problem is traffic in the city centre.
What solution would you suggest?
Exemple : I would suggest better public transport. Therefore, fewer people would drive.
Mission orale : « My Opinion About an Important Topic ». Parlez pendant 3 à 5 minutes.
Vous devez : 1) présenter votre opinion · 2) donner au moins 2 raisons · 3) donner au moins 1 exemple · 4) présenter un avantage ou un inconvénient · 5) conclure.
- Should people work from home?
- Is social media useful?
- Should students use smartphones at school?
- Is technology making our lives better?
- Is travelling important?
In my opinion, social media is useful, but only if we use it responsibly. The main reason is that it helps people stay in contact with their family and friends, even when they live in another country. Another reason is that small businesses can find new clients easily. For example, my cousin sells clothes online and most of her customers come from social media. However, one disadvantage is that people sometimes spend too much time on their phones, and they stop talking to the people around them. Therefore, I think social media is a good tool, although we need a good balance between the screen and real life.
( 09 ) Grammar Practice
✍️ 10 questions de grammaire
1. I think English is important ___ it is useful for work.
2. ___ online learning is convenient, some people prefer classrooms.
3. Technology is useful. ___, we should use it responsibly.
4. She works from home ___ she can save time.
5. Some people like cities, ___ others prefer the countryside.
6. The service was expensive. ___, I decided to buy it.
7. He studied hard. ___, he passed the exam.
8. ___ it was difficult, she continued learning English.
9. I agree with you ___ your idea is practical.
10. Some students prefer online classes, ___ others prefer traditional classes.
Rappel : because = raison · although + phrase = contraste · however après un point · therefore = résultat · while = comparaison.
( 10 ) Translation
🇫🇷 Traduisez en anglais
1. À mon avis, apprendre l’anglais est très important.
2. Je suis d’accord avec vous.
3. Je ne suis pas complètement d’accord.
4. La raison principale est que c’est utile pour le travail.
5. Par exemple, nous pouvons communiquer avec des étrangers.
6. Cependant, il y a aussi quelques problèmes.
7. Un avantage est que c’est très flexible.
8. Un inconvénient est que cela peut être difficile.
9. Je comprends votre point de vue, mais je pense différemment.
10. Par conséquent, nous devons trouver une bonne solution.
( 11 ) Role-play
🎭 Mini Debate — Should Students Use Smartphones at School?
Rôle A : l’étudiant pense que les smartphones peuvent être utiles à l’école. Rôle B : le professeur pense qu’ils peuvent distraire les étudiants. Utilisez In my opinion…, I agree with you., I disagree., I see your point, but…, For example…, However…, Therefore…
Role A — Student : donner son opinion
In my opinion, smartphones can be very useful at school.
Role B — Teacher : exprimer un désaccord poli
I see your point, but smartphones can distract students.
Role A — Student : donner une raison
The main reason is that we can find information quickly.
Role B — Teacher : donner un exemple
For example, many students check social media during the lesson.
Role A — Student : donner un exemple
For example, we can use dictionaries and educational applications.
Role B — Teacher : présenter un inconvénient
However, one disadvantage is that students stop listening.
Role A — Student : accepter une partie de l’argument
I agree with you, although the problem is the rules, not the phones.
Role B — Teacher : proposer une solution
I suggest using phones only for specific activities.
Role A — Student : conclure
Therefore, I think smartphones should be allowed with clear rules.
Role B — Teacher : conclure
I completely agree with that solution.
( 12 ) Final Quiz
📝 Quiz final — 10 questions
1. “In my opinion” means:
2. Which expression shows agreement?
3. Which word introduces a reason?
4. “However” means:
5. Which expression shows disagreement politely?
6. Which word can introduce a result?
7. Which is an advantage?
8. Which is an appropriate discussion expression?
9. “Although” is used to introduce:
10. A good argument should normally include:
( 13 ) Final Mission
🏁 B1 – My Opinion & My Arguments
Choisissez un sujet et présentez-le à l’oral pendant 3 à 5 minutes en suivant la structure : Opinion → Reason → Example → Conclusion.
- Is learning English important?
- Should people work from home?
- Is social media useful?
- Should students use smartphones at school?
- Is technology making our lives better?
- Is travelling important?
Évaluation : Vocabulary 20% · Grammar 20% · Fluency 20% · Pronunciation 15% · Arguments & reasons 15% · Communication 10% — Total 100%.
In my opinion, social media is useful, but only if we use it responsibly. The main reason is that it helps people stay in contact with their family and friends, even when they live in another country. Another reason is that small businesses can find new clients easily. For example, my cousin sells clothes online and most of her customers come from social media. However, one disadvantage is that people sometimes spend too much time on their phones, and they stop talking to the people around them. Therefore, I think social media is a good tool, although we need a good balance between the screen and real life.
( 14 ) Progression
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