（整理版高中英语）Module2HighlightsofmeyseniorYearPeriod2练习.doc

Module 2 Highlights of mey senior Year-Period 2练习Period 2 Function - Expressing thoughts and opinions Goals To learn to express thoughts and opinions ProceduresStep 1: Learning how to express thoughts and opinionsThere are many ways to express thoughts and opinions. We often say “In my opinion. “It seems to me that. “I feel. “I find it interesting /amusing/strange that. Actually, we have many other expressions for this, like “In my view “As far as Im concerned “As I see it “My feeling is that. Here are some sentences.1. In my opinion, our papers too short.2. As far as Im concerned, our paper is as perfect as it is.3. As I see it, it could be a bit longer.4. In my view, we need a new editor.5. It seems to me that hes very good at his job.6. I find it strange that were all arguing!7. My feeling is that we should stop arguing and have a cup of tea.Step 2: PracticeTake turns to give an opinion about the students after-school activities A: I find it interesting that American students have so many clubs and their life is so colorful!B: My feeling is that they have too many. Its a waste of time.A: Im afraid I dont agree with you. In my opinion/view, the development of social skills is as important as the development of intellectual skills. Thats why American schools offer a number of after-school activities like various clubs.B: As far as Im concerned, exam grades are always the most important.A: Thats because youre in China. It seems to me that in America, for some students and parents, high school sport is considered more important than academic achievements, so many students join sports clubs. B: Yeah, as I see it, its because they are competitive.A: Thats it.Step 3: Closing down by listing common expressions for feelings and thoughts It seems to me that.I find it interesting/amusing/strange that.In my opinion,.In my view,.As far as Im concerned.As I see it,.My feeling is that.I feel that.I think that.