How to Agree and Disagree in English

1. Four friends are discussing who should do the housework.

MARTINA: I think men and women should share jobs around the house, such as cleaning.

SARAH: Yes, so do I.

DAVE: I agree with that.

CLARE: That’s a great idea.

2. Sam and his friends are talking about the cost of fuel.

SAM: I’d like to see the government raise taxes on petrol.

JEFF: No, that’s not a good idea.

PETE: I don’t agree with that at all.

3. Tina has been watching a TV programme about benefit cheats*.

TINA: I think people on benefits should be made to work for free.

GRACE: So do I. That’s a really good idea.

PAT: I think so too.

ROBIN: No, I don’t agree with that idea at all.

*benefit fraud

4. Tom wants your vote in the next election. Here are some ideas from his speech.

– I believe speed limits on motorways should be increased to 80 miles an hour.

– I believe rubbish bins should be emptied every week, not every 2 weeks.

– In my opinion schools should provide all children with a healthy lunch every day.

It’s your turn now! Check if you can agree and disagree in English now. Have a go at agreeing or disagreeing with Tom on each of these topics?