Use layers of reasoning.
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This lesson focuses on reasoning in an argument. It shows you how to go deeper and make a very strong connection between your claims and your evidence.
Introduction:
Recall lesson 4 on reasoning. Many students say that reasoning is the most difficult part of an argument. Do you agree?
Warm Up:
Answer this question:
Do you think it's important to travel abroad?
Language:
Here are some claims, and some evidence to support each one. Add reasoning to explain why the evidence supports the claim.
- You should go to the Swiss Alps. They're great! There are lots of huge, snow-covered mountains.
- I think the economy is going to get worse in the next 20 years. Some experts say that advances in artificial intelligence are going to cause mass unemployment.
Practice:
Now, practice answering some speaking test questions. Add as much reasoning as you can.