American English · B2 · Unit 18
Making a case
Making a case
By the end you can
- Present a well-argued case
- Write an essay that argues one side
- Understand a complex argument
Words and phrases
| American English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| first and foremost | most importantly | First and foremost, a four-day week improves health. |
| furthermore | also (formal) | Furthermore, productivity often goes up. |
| it could be argued that | some people might say that | It could be argued that customers will suffer. |
| nevertheless | but even so (formal) | Nevertheless, the trial results were positive. |
| consequently | as a result | Consequently, people spend more time with their families. |
| in conclusion | to end (an essay or a speech) | In conclusion, the benefits are clear. |
| the counterargument | the argument against your view | Let's look at the counterargument. |
| my opponent | the person who argues against me | My opponent says it's too expensive. |
| the jury | the group of citizens who decide a trial | The jury took two days to decide. |
| beyond a reasonable doubt | certain enough to find someone guilty | The jury must be sure beyond a reasonable doubt. |
Then talk it through
A formal debate about a four-day working week. In the app you have this conversation out loud or typed, with the unit's goals to tick off and corrections at the end.