1. Well, I agree up to a point.
2. I think that's a really valid point.
3. Well, I'm not so sure about that.
4. I think you're absolutely right.
5. Hmm, that's a bit hard to believe.
6. I think that's highly unlikely.
7. That seems doubtful to me.
8. I have to admit I don't like the sound of that at all.
b (disagrees/unlikely/false) · c (has reservations)
A: So what did you think about the research?
B: I thought it was well thought out, although it did take three years to produce any results.
A: Yes, but that's to be expected given the age of the participants. I mean, they had to chart their progress over several years.
B: I suppose so.
A: But didn't you think the results were astonishing?
B: I know I did.
Yeah, me too. It's amazing to think that watching TV can have such a clearly demonstrated effect on children's obesity problems. It's quite alarming really.
A: I agree.
B: People were generally unimpressed by the findings though, which is typical when there's a suggestion that we change our behaviour.
A: Right, let's organise our presentation on the new science equipment, shall we?
B: Yes, I'm a bit worried it's overly long - we only have 10 minutes.
A: Why don't we go through each section then.
B: OK, what about the introduction? I think that's OK.
A: Hmm. It's not very exciting.
B: I don't think we should cut any of it though.
A: Of course, and we can still do it the same way, but maybe we should bring along some actual equipment?
B: Great idea, that would help grab their attention. Now, next we look at the benefits of this technology. We've got plenty about that.
A: I agree. In fact, some of the ones we've chosen are pretty obvious, I think, perhaps we could leave some out?
B: Agreed. And that would save some time.
A: Yes, now, when it comes to the negatives, I'd like to propose something a little different.
B: I like that section, it's always enjoyable hearing about technology going wrong!
A: Well, we've got a few thought-provoking quotes from people who've encountered specific problems. And we were planning on just reading them out but I think we should video them and play the recording instead.
B: Oh, that would be better. And if we use a variety of media, I think we'll get a higher mark.
A: Yes. That's what I was thinking.
B: OK, let's give it a try. Now, what about the conclusion? Should we include something else? It's pretty short at the moment.
A: Yes, but I think that's OK. There's not much more to say, really. We've already verified all our sources, so I don't think there's anything else left to do.
B: Well, I think I'll do an Internet search anyway, just to be sure we haven't missed anything.
A: OK, it would be good to be able to state that we have included all the very latest information.
B: Absolutely.
A. cut it B. add examples C. change how they present it D. leave it as it is E. cut some items F. add more information
A: How are we going to get to the airport on Monday? Shall we get a taxi?
B: It would be nice and convenient but the fare is so expensive.
A: That's true. Well, if you want to save money, we could always take the bus.
B: It might be cheaper but the bus doesn't start running until 7 o'clock and we need to be at the airport by 6. I'll ask my sister if she can give us a lift.
A: That would be great if she could drive us.
B: Yes. I'm sure she won't mind.
A: So, what else have we got to do?
B: Well, we've gathered enough information. I don't think we need to find out any more.
A: You're right. Should we go and see Professor Smith, then? We could ask his advice.
B: Well, he could check it for us and make sure we've done enough. But I'd rather do that after we've put it all together. At the moment, we only have a lot of handwritten notes. I don't want to show him that.
A: OK, let's divide the material up and each put it on to a disc so that we can print off a nicely presented copy.