Useful phrases for the oral test TASK 1: INTERACTION
Generally speaking, in the interaction part of the oral exam you will be asked: • To reach an agreement with your classmate about something that you have to do together. • To reach an agreement with your classmate about a subject. DO AS FOLLOWS:
1. Greet your partner. 2. Discuss and try to convince your partner. 3. Give reasons for your choice. 4. Make suggestions. 5. Reach an agreement. 6. BE ACTIVE. DON’T STAY SILENT. http://www.eslgold.com/speaking/phrases.html GREETING: Hi, how are you doing? Hi, how are you?.................I’m fine thanks, and you? It’s good to see you again. AGREEING: Yes, maybe you are right. Yes, exactly I think so I agree with you completely I guess so Me too Me neither Good point You’re right. DISAGREEING: Maybe you’re right but…-I understand your point of view but… I’m not sure about that No, definitely not I’m sorry, I don’t agree I don’t think so I don’t agree with you I don’t think that’s true I think you’re wrong. ASKING FOR OPINIONS What do you think (about it/that)? Do you agree (with that/me)? What about you? Are you ok with this? Do you think…? Do you (really) think that... How do you feel about...?