Match each utterance with its conversational function.
Choose the correct function from the list for each question.
1
Asking for an opinion
2
Delaying / gaining thinking time
3
Presenting a number of arguments
4
Giving an opinion
5
Agreeing
6
Disagreeing
7
Countering
8
Making a logical argument
9
Asking for clarification
10
Expressing solutions and alternatives
11
Making suggestions
12
Complaining
13
Apologising
1. “How do you feel about the argument that individuals should change their lifestyles to tackle climate change?”
2. “Well, that's a difficult question. There are responsibilities on both individuals and governments, so I think we need to look at the issue from several angles.”
3. “There are several reasons why reducing car use could help: it cuts emissions, improves air quality and can make towns more pleasant.”
4. “In my view, governments need to take the lead because they can influence transport, energy and industry on a much larger scale.”
5. “I completely agree that governments have a major responsibility for reducing greenhouse-gas emissions.”
6. “I'm afraid I disagree. Individuals can make a difference, but major changes also depend on government policy and investment.”
7. “However, even if governments introduce new policies, people still have to change some of their everyday behaviour.”
8. “If public transport becomes cheaper and more reliable, more people may use it instead of their cars, which could reduce emissions from road traffic.”
9. “Could you clarify what you mean by ‘changing behaviour’? Are you talking about transport, food, energy use, or all three?”
10. “A possible solution is to make low-carbon alternatives easier and more affordable for everyone.”
11. “I suggest that schools should give young people more opportunities to learn about climate change and practical ways of responding to it.”
12. “I'm not happy about the amount of unnecessary packaging used by some companies, particularly when it creates extra waste and emissions.”
13. “I'm sorry. I hadn't realised that the meeting had been moved to a different day because of the climate-awareness event.”