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Group 1: Should we build more nuclear power plant?Group 2: Is nuclear power plant eco-
friendly? Group 3: Nuclear power plant is better than other energy sources.Group 4: It is good to build nuclear power
plant in Thailand.
Expression an opinion:
If you ask me, …(Personally), I think…If you want my opinion, …
Conceding an argument:
Perhaps you’re right.Ok, you win.You’ve convinced me.
Strong agreement:
Absolutely.I couldn’t agree more.I totally agree.I agree.
Hedging:
I take your point, but …Yes, but …
Qualified agreement:
That’s partly true.On the whole, yes.I’d go along with that.
Strong disagreement:
I don’t agree.On the contrary …I totally disagree.