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A Friend’s Argument That Stayed with You

You took part in a classroom debate with your friend Camille at a college in Quebec’s Eastern Townships. The discussion made you reconsider an opinion you had held for years. Draw on a memory or create your own story. You have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to speak.
Questions
1
Minutes
2
Difficulty
intermediate
Skill
speaking

What this set practises

  • Does the story move clearly from your earlier belief through the debate to your later reflection?
  • Do you use precise everyday words to explain your opinion, your friend’s argument, and your reaction?
  • Are your words clear, with a manageable pace and brief pauses between parts of the story?
  • Do you describe one past classroom debate with a friend, include a concrete detail, and explain your reconsideration within 60 seconds?
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