Summary Response Essay – Opinion Expression
(Video selected by Esra Oz.)
Questions
- Below is a response paragraph for “agreeing points” based on the video we watched about the addiction to internet/social media.
- Look at the underlined phrases. What do you think about the assertiveness (how strong) of the expressions?
- Can you edit the expressions so that they do not look too strong?
In my opinion, the video is extremely powerful in conveying the dangers of social media. For example, it was so shocking for me to see how the guys looked helpless when their Wi-Fi connection was gone. We must totally agree that we lose the skills to effectively interact with people when we are addicted to social media, just like the guy who forgot words. Also, I very much strongly believe that social media controls our emotions. For example, the look on the adults’ faces when they lose Wi-Fi and when they receive Wi-Fi reminds us of ourselves. Similarly, being college students, if we lose Wi-F at college or home, we will be super frustrated. As a matter of fact and in fact, just like the guys in the video, we will also definitely worry a lot that we won’t be able to scroll through Facebook or Insragram. Moreover, it is incredibly ironic that although one guy firmly states that he is going to listen to himself for the first time in life, he suddenly changes his decision as soon as the Wi-Fi is back. It shows the utmost vulnerability of adults for social media/internet. We are so much dependent on the internet/social media that we forget to enjoy nature. I remember once we organized a camping trip, and some of our friends refused to join because they will not be able to use internet in the camping area. Therefore, as the video showed, it is very evident that social media hinders social interaction, controls our emotions, and makes us vulnerable. There is no argument about that.
What other phrases can you use to express your opinions?
| Opinion Expressions | Use one of the expressions and write your response to Billy. |
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The director of ESL composition has decided to conduct the class online from next week. You want to write her a reply agreeing or disagreeing. Using one or two phrases, write one of the arguments. It can be 1-3 sentences, just part of your long response.
e.g., I understand that there may be benefits for us from a remote class, especially when it comes to transportation because most of us do not own cars. However, I strongly believe that, from an academic viewpoint, we can learn more from the in-person class because we like the student-teacher interaction in the in-person class. For example… |
