Discussion: Argue politely a) Collect ideas about the power of the media. Make notes about how and/or why these media might have an influence on people’s lives. Distinguish between facts and opinions. 1. Television: not always clear what is real 2. Newspaper: 3. Internet: b) “We are all prisoners of the media.” Get into two groups. One group collects arguments supporting this statement and the second group tries to object. The speakers of each group take turns. One group starts and the next speaker of the second group has to answer by referring to the previous point. 3 Useful phrases Discussion What do you think? • What’s your opinion? • Do you have any comments on … ? • Sorry, but I don’t agree with you. • I’m afraid I see it differently. • I don’t share your viewpoint. • I have to disagree … . • I cannot believe that … . • In my opinion … . • The way I see it, … . • As far as I know … . • Is that a fact or an opinion? • I used to think that … . • According to … . • I don’t think it’s appropriate to … . • Are you/we in a position to judge … ? P I think this statement is correct because … . What’s your opinion? I’m afraid I don’t agree with you. According to my experience … . 69 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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