These expressing opinion exercises intermediate learners can do online are free, with instant feedback on all 67 questions. You practise asking for an opinion, giving your own, agreeing and disagreeing politely. If you want to review the phrases first, read our Expressing Opinion lesson, and for opinion paragraphs see useful expressions for writing.
Part 1 has five sections: identify the function of each expression, put a conversation in order, choose the best reply, complete the phrase and spot the mistake.
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Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level: 67 Free Questions
67 questions with instant answers: identify the function · order a conversation · choose replies · complete phrases · spot mistakes
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- Asking for an opinion: What do you think about…? · In your opinion, …? · How do you feel about…? · Would you agree that…? · Do you share the view that…?
- Expressing an opinion: In my opinion, … · As far as I’m concerned, … · To my mind, … · It seems to me that… · I take the view that…
- Agreeing: I couldn’t agree more. · You’re definitely right. · I can’t argue with that. · That’s a good point.
- Disagreeing: I’m not sure I agree with you. · That’s not the way I see it. · You could be right, but… · Sorry, but I am not convinced.
Read the full lesson: Expressing Opinion: asking, giving, agreeing and disagreeing
A. Expressing opinion exercises: what is the function of each expression? (39 pts)
I disagree with you.
What do you think about…?
I share the same view.
I am of the opinion that…
We seem to be on the same wavelength.
That’s not the way I see it.
In your opinion, …?
As I see it, …
That is logical.
I think you’re wrong.
Personally speaking / Speaking for myself, …
What’s your opinion…?
I don’t agree with you.
Any initial thoughts on …?
I have come to the conclusion that …
Do you have any particular views on …?
To my mind / To my way of thinking, …
Are you for or against…?
You’re definitely right.
To the best of my knowledge, …
Do you think that …?
(I have) No doubt about it.
I can see a hole in that argument.
From my point of view…
If I asked your opinion about …, what would you say?
That’s not always true.
It’s so nice to meet someone who thinks that way too.
It seems to me that…
I’m not sure I agree with you.
I can’t argue with that.
You could be right, but…
In my point of view / my opinion, …
Sorry, but I am not convinced.
I couldn’t agree more.
I’m no expert (on this), but I think …
No way.
I agree with you / I do agree.
I’m afraid. I can’t agree with you.
It is quite old-fashioned to say that.
B. Expressing opinion exercises: put the conversation in order (1 pt)
Put the lines in the correct order to make a logical conversation between Helen, Amy and Paul. Use the arrow buttons to move a line.
- Paul: I’m sorry to say this, but I totally disagree with you. What is the point of fun in a school? To my mind, the good school is the one where you don’t have to study such useless subjects as foreign languages.
- Helen: You are right, Amy. There is no good school that doesn’t teach foreign languages today.
- Helen: In my opinion, the good school is the one that makes a balance between discipline and fun.
- Amy: I don’t agree with you, Paul. I think foreign languages are very important nowadays.
- Amy: I completely agree with you, Helen. Too much focus on discipline can make a school like a prison, and excessive focus on fun makes it a park rather than a school. So balance is better.
C. Expressing opinion exercises: choose the best reply (8 pts)
Your teacher asks: “Do you think school uniforms are a good idea?” You want to give your own opinion. Which reply is best?
A: “I think homework should be banned.” You partly disagree and want to stay polite. Which reply is best?
A: “Social media helps people stay in touch.” You strongly agree. Which reply is best?
You want to ask your teacher politely for her opinion about a book. Which question is best?
A: “Learning English is useless.” You disagree politely and give a reason. Which reply is best?
You are not an expert, but you want to give your view. Which sentence is best?
A: “Fast food is bad for our health.” You agree and add a reason. Which reply is best?
You are writing an opinion paragraph. Which sentence introduces your own view?
D. Expressing opinion exercises: complete the phrase (10 pts)
It ……… to me that online classes are less effective.
As far as I’m ………, school should start later.
To my ………, this rule is unfair.
I take the ……… that the exam should be easier.
I couldn’t ……… more. Students need more sleep.
I can’t ……… with that. It makes sense.
That’s not the ……… I see it.
You could be right, ……… I am not completely sure.
Sorry, but I am not ……… by that argument.
Would you ……… that homework is useful?
E. Expressing opinion exercises: spot the mistake (9 pts)
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Language functions, 2BAC. The score counts only the questions you answer yourself. Tap Show answer if you are stuck, then try again with Start again.
What Are Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level?
Quick answer: expressing opinion exercises intermediate level practise the phrases we use to ask for, give, accept and reject opinions in speaking and writing. This page gives you 67 free questions with instant answers, and every section opens with the + button.
Each question has one correct answer. Click an answer and it turns green if it is right and red if it is wrong. You can try again, or press Show answer. The score counts only the questions you answer yourself, and the Show all answers and Start again buttons are at the top of the exercises.
How to Use Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
- Press the + button next to a section to open it, and the − button to close it.
- Click the answer you think is right. Green means correct. Red means try another answer.
- Press Show answer if you are stuck. Answers that you reveal do not count in your score.
- In the conversation section, use the arrow buttons to move each line, then press Check.
- Press Start again to try all the questions once more.
Phrases for Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
Every question in these expressing opinion exercises intermediate level sections uses one of four functions: asking for an opinion, giving an opinion, agreeing and disagreeing. Learn the main phrases for each function and the exercises will feel much easier.
Asking for an Opinion
We ask for an opinion when we want to hear what another person thinks. These phrases usually end with a question mark, and many of them start with a question word or with do or would.
- What do you think about…? This is the most common and neutral question.
- In your opinion, …? It asks for a personal view.
- How do you feel about…? It is friendly and a little softer.
- Do you have any particular views on…? It is more formal.
- Would you agree that…? It is formal, and it invites the other person to agree.
- Are you for or against…? It asks the person to choose a side.
After these phrases we use a noun, an -ing form or a full clause: What do you think about studying abroad?
Giving Your Opinion
To give your own opinion, start a sentence with a phrase and then add your idea. These phrases do not end with a question mark, because the sentence continues after them.
- In my opinion, … and In my view, … are clear and safe in speaking and writing.
- I think… and I believe… are simple and common.
- As far as I’m concerned, … shows that you are giving your own view.
- To my mind, … is a little formal.
- It seems to me that… is polite and not too strong.
- I take the view that… is formal and good for essays.
- Personally speaking, … shows that the idea is yours.
- I’m no expert, but I think… is soft and careful.
Agreeing With an Opinion
When you agree, you answer what another person has just said. Some phrases are neutral, some are very strong, and some are informal.
- I agree with you. is the basic form.
- You’re definitely right. is strong.
- I couldn’t agree more. is very strong. It means that you agree completely.
- I can’t argue with that. means that the idea is hard to reject.
- That’s a good point. and I see your point. accept the idea politely.
- That makes sense. is natural in conversation.
- We seem to be on the same wavelength. is informal and friendly.
Disagreeing Politely
Disagreement is not rude, but the words you choose matter. In class, at work and in exams, soft phrases sound better than blunt ones.
- I’m not sure I agree with you. is soft.
- You could be right, but… accepts a little before it disagrees.
- I’m afraid I can’t agree with you. is polite and clear.
- That’s not the way I see it. is direct but still polite.
- Sorry, but I am not convinced. is good when you need more proof.
- I respect your point, but I can’t entirely agree with it. is formal.
Phrases such as No way and I think you’re wrong are very direct. Use them only with close friends, and prefer the softer forms above in school and in writing.
How to Choose the Right Phrase in Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
In the first section of the exercises you decide the function of each expression. Three simple habits will help you to answer quickly and correctly.
Look at the Shape of the Phrase
A phrase that asks for an opinion is a question: Do you think that…? A phrase that gives an opinion begins a statement and waits for your idea: As I see it, … A phrase that agrees or disagrees answers someone else: I can’t argue with that. Ask yourself first: is this a question, my own idea, or a reply?
Watch the Word But
The word but often shows disagreement. You could be right, but… and It’s hard to argue with that, but… accept a little and then disagree. Compare That’s a good point, which agrees, with That’s a good point, but…, which agrees a little and then disagrees.
Think About Strong, Soft, Formal and Informal
Some phrases are strong (I couldn’t agree more), some are soft (I’m not sure I agree with you), some are formal (I take the view that…) and some are informal (No way). In the best-reply section, the right answer is often the one that matches the situation: a teacher, a friend, an essay or a debate.
Common Mistakes in Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
The last section of the exercises is about mistakes that learners make again and again. Learn these five and you will avoid most errors in speaking and writing.
Mistake 1: I Am Agree
Agree is a verb, so we do not put am, is or are before it. Wrong: I am agree with you. Right: I agree with you. For the negative, use do not: I don’t agree with you.
Mistake 2: Agree To Me
We agree with a person. Wrong: Do you agree to me? Right: Do you agree with me? Also remember the small word after afraid: I’m afraid I can’t agree with you, not agree you.
Mistake 3: Missing Do in Questions
A question with think needs do. Wrong: What you think about the new law? Right: What do you think about the new law?
Mistake 4: Repeating the Subject
Do not add a second subject after the noun. Wrong: I think that homework it is useful. Right: I think that homework is useful.
Mistake 5: Wrong Small Words in Fixed Phrases
Fixed phrases need the exact small words. Wrong: I am in the opinion that… Right: I am of the opinion that… Wrong: As far as I concern… Right: As far as I’m concerned…
Using Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level in Writing and Speaking
These phrases are not only for tests. You can use them in an opinion paragraph, in a class discussion or in a speaking exam. In writing, combine them with linking words such as first, moreover and for these reasons, and practise those with our linking words exercises.
A Model Opinion Paragraph
In my opinion, students should not have homework at the weekend. First, they need time to rest after a busy week. Moreover, free time helps them to see their families and to play sports. Some people may disagree with me, but I believe that students who rest well learn better. For these reasons, I think schools should give less homework.
Notice the plan. The writer gives the opinion first, adds two reasons with linking words, shows respect for the other side and finishes with a conclusion.
A Speaking Routine With a Partner
- Student A asks for an opinion: What do you think about school uniforms?
- Student B gives an opinion and one reason: In my opinion, they are a good idea because they make students equal.
- Student A agrees or disagrees politely: I couldn’t agree more or You could be right, but…
- Change roles and choose a new topic, for example social media, fast food, homework or learning English online.
How to Get a High Score in Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
- Read the sentence aloud. Your ear often notices the answer before your eye does.
- Decide the function first: a question, your own idea, agreeing or disagreeing.
- Look for key words such as but, afraid, definitely, no doubt and not convinced.
- Do not decide by one word only. That’s a good point, but… starts with agreement and ends with disagreement.
- Learn phrases in groups of four, one group for each function.
- Press Start again and try to get every question right without using Show answer.
- Write down the phrases that you got wrong and use each one in a sentence of your own.
FAQ: Expressing Opinion Exercises Intermediate Level
How many questions are in expressing opinion exercises intermediate level?
This page has 67 questions in five sections: 39 on the function of each expression, 1 conversation to put in order, 8 on choosing the best reply, 10 on completing the phrase and 9 on spotting the mistake.
What is the difference between I think and In my opinion?
Both give your view. I think is simple and common in speaking. In my opinion is a little more formal and works well in writing and in discussions.
How can I disagree politely in English?
Use a soft phrase such as I’m not sure I agree with you, You could be right, but… or I’m afraid I can’t agree with you, and then give a reason.
Can I use these phrases in an essay?
Yes. In my opinion, I believe that and I take the view that are good in an opinion paragraph. Avoid very informal phrases such as No way in formal writing.
Where can I find more help with agreeing and disagreeing?
Read our Expressing Opinion lesson for the full lists of phrases. You can also try the British Council LearnEnglish page on agreeing and disagreeing.
- Expressing Opinion: the full lesson with all the phrases
- Useful Expressions for Writing
- Linking Words Exercises, Part 1
- Free Placement Test: find your English level
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