Disagreeing 1
Complete Sam's sentence:
"I don't agree ___ ___!"
Is this less direct or more direct?
at all
more direct
Who can you say "I don't agree at all!" to?
A friend or family member (close relationship)
Would you ______ giving me a hand?
mind
Is using "can" less direct or more direct?
body language and facial expression
______. That's not quite what I think.
Hmmm
What is a way you can disagree without using words?
Hmmm
(make a doubtful noise)
Could you ________ help me open the door?
possibly
What is less direct than "can"?
could
would
Should I say "Do you want help ..."?
NO! It's rude
Give an example of accepting but disagreeing
That's a good point, but...
I see what you're saying, but...
Really? I agree with that, but...
Yeah, but don't you think...
Which is less direct:
disagreeing, or accepting but disagreeing?
accepting but disagreeing
What word gives a phrase middle-level politeness?
could
What word usually makes the most polite phrases?
would
What do people usually do if you offer to help them?
Refuse your help one time
_______ makes you ______ that?
What makes you think that?
Can you disagree with a teacher?
Yes, but you need to be less direct.
______ it be ________ for ____ ___ ... ?
Would it be possible for you to...?
Not really. You should ask less directly first. If they don't stop making noise, you can be more direct.
How can you tell if someone really doesn't want help?
serious tone of voice
Could you explain your thinking?
What is a great way to avoid disagreeing with someone?
Asking for an explanation (asking a question about their ideas)
What verb tense comes after "Would you mind... "?
continuous (-ing)
What is the "magic word"?
Please
comment about the situation
"Those look so heavy." "There are so many dishes." "You look lost."