Finding the Speaker's Opinion

What are we learning today?

You will listen to a short talk and find out how the speaker feels.

Explanation

• Opinion words show feelings: interesting, boring, difficult, easy.
• Some opinions are positive. Some are negative. Some are neutral.
• A fact is not an opinion.
• After you find an opinion, listen for the reason.
• "I don't know" means the speaker is not sure.

Examples

1. I like this job because the people are friendly. This is positive.
2. It's a long day and the work is hard. This is negative.
3. The money is OK. This is neutral.

Remember!

• Ask: is it positive, negative or neutral?
• Look for the reason.

Check yourself

1. Is "The job is boring" positive or negative?
2. Is "The people are friendly" positive or negative?
3. What do you check after you find an opinion?