ESOL Sd/E3.1d
Express views and opinions
(i) Use some phrases for introducing an opinion, and know that it is not always necessary to use an introductory phrase
Example: In my opinion...
As I see it...
Well, you see, the thing is...
Swimming's good for you, because...
(ii) Use modal verbs and other forms to express:
obligation (e.g. should)
future certainty (e.g. will)
future possibility (e.g. may, might)
Example:
The government should...
I think parents should...
I think I'll pass.
I'll probably pass.
I might pass.
(iii) Understand the importance of following up an opinion with reasons and using clauses of reason to do so, where appropriate