Ex 6A
KEY
The speaker presents the ‘nurture’ side of the argument, suggesting that people do not inherit their abilities but that they develop them through experience. She uses the example that a child born with a natural ability for music will not develop into a good pianist unless he or she practises the piano.
Ex 6B
KEY
I’d like to begin by stating that,
As I see it …,
I think it’s ridiculous to suggest …,
I absolutely reject the idea that …,
So, to conclude I would have to argue that,
Does anyone have a question …? / Are there any other questions?,
That’s a good question, because …
Ex 6C
KEY
Introduce the argument:
I’d like to begin by stating that
Justify their opinion:
As I see it … /What I think is…
I would say it depends on…,
What you need to consider is …,
I think it’s ridiculous to suggest …,
I absolutely reject the idea that …
Conclude:
So, to conclude I would have to argue that …
Invite questions:
Does anyone have a question …? / Are there any other questions?
Respond to questions:
That’s a good question, because …
Transcript
Vocabulary
the chances are (that)… it is likely that. E.g. The chances are you won't have to pay.
instil something (in/into somebody): to gradually make somebody feel, think or behave in a particular way over a period of time. E.g. to instil confidence/discipline/fear into somebody.
pass something on (to somebody): to give something to somebody else, especially after receiving it or using it yourself. E.g. Pass the book on to me when you've finished with it. I passed your message on to my mother. Much of the discount is pocketed by retailers instead of being passed on to customers.
engage in something/ engage somebody in something (formal) to take part in something; to make somebody take part in something. E.g. Even in prison, he continued to engage in criminal activities. She tried desperately to engage him in conversation.
endow somebody/something with something: to give something to somebody/something. E.g. to endow somebody with a responsibility
inborn: an inborn quality is one that you are born with. Innate. E.g. Some people have an inborn tendency to put on weight.
come of/from something: to be the result of something. E.g. I made a few enquiries, but nothing came of it in the end. Come of/from doing something That comes of eating too much!
the floor [singular] the
part of a building where discussions or debates are held, especially in
a parliament; the people who attend a discussion or debate. E.g. Opposition politicians registered their protest on the floor of the House. We will now take any questions from the floor.
Ex 7A
E.g.
For: they would learn basic skills such as reading and writing more quickly
Against: Children need time to develop through play before they start school.
Ex 8A
KEY
The writer suggests that teaching a young child to play a musical instrument will offer them huge benefits in their later life, perhaps helping them to develop other skills, such as reasoning and problem-solving, but certainly enabling them to broaden their understanding and appreciation of the world.
Vocabulary
unsubstantiated: /ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃieɪtɪd/ not proved to be true by evidence. Unsupported. E.g. an unsubstantiated claim/rumour, etc.
soothe somebody : /suːð/ to make somebody who is anxious, upset, etc. feel calmer. E.g. The music soothed her for a while.
have a feel for something: to have an understanding of something or be naturally good at doing it. E.g. She has a real feel for languages.
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