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Interactive Grammar: Giving Opinions

Learn key grammar structures for expressing opinions — 'I think', 'I believe', 'In my opinion', 'should' — in English.

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Duration
~64 min
Exercises
43
Level
Elementary

Overview

Learn key grammar structures for expressing opinions — 'I think', 'I believe', 'In my opinion', 'should' — in English.

Phrases for opinions

  • I thinkI think that this is the right decision.
  • I believeI believe that the results are encouraging.
  • In my viewIn my view, more investment is needed.
  • PersonallyPersonally, I find this approach effective.

Agreeing & disagreeing

  • Agreeing: I completely agree. / That is a good point.
  • Partially agreeing: I see your point, but I think …
  • Disagreeing politely: I see it slightly differently.
  • Strong disagreement: I'm afraid I disagree with that.

Common Mistakes

  • ❌ In my opinion, I think that … → ✅ Use one phrase only
  • ❌ I am thinking that … → ✅ I think that … (no continuous)
  • ❌ From my point of view of … → ✅ From my point of view, …

When to use

Discussions

In my opinion, we should extend the deadline.

Essays

I believe that technology has transformed education.

Meetings

Personally, I feel the budget needs reviewing.

Exams

From my point of view, both approaches have merit.

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct phrase for giving, asking for, or responding to an opinion

Multiple Choice15 questions
1 my opinion, the new policy will benefit everyone.
2What you think about the proposal?
3I that the results are very encouraging.
4She that we should reconsider the plan.
5From my of view, communication is the key issue.
6I that the project was a great success.
7Which phrase politely disagrees?
8As as I can tell, the figures are accurate.
9Which phrase asks for an opinion formally?
10 my view, more investment is needed.
11I agree with everything in the report.
12Personally, this approach is the best option.
13What is your on this issue?
14 honest, I find the new system quite confusing.
15It seems me that the current strategy needs reviewing.

Fill in the Blanks

Complete each sentence with a correct opinion phrase

Fill in the Blanks10 questions
1In my(opinion/view/idea), the decision was correct.
2I(think/am thinking/thought)we should discuss this further.
3From my point(of/for/from)view, communication is key.
4As far as I(can/am/do)tell, the plan is solid.
5To be(honest/honesty/honestly), I find this very challenging.
6It seems(to/for/by)me that we need a different approach.
7I(believe/am believing/believed)that the data supports this conclusion.
8She(feels/is feeling/felt)strongly that the deadline is too tight.
9Personally,(I/me/my)think this is the right direction.
10In(my/mine/I)view, more testing is needed.

Transform the Sentences

Rewrite using the opinion phrase given

Transform8 questions

1The plan is good. → → Use 'I think that'

2More funding is needed. → → Use 'In my opinion,'

3The results are encouraging. → → Use 'I believe that'

4Communication is the key issue. → → Use 'From my point of view,'

5This approach is too risky. → → Use 'Personally, I feel'

6She seems worried about the deadline. → → Use 'It seems to me that'

7The report is accurate. → → Use 'As far as I can tell,'

8The strategy needs reviewing. → → Use 'In my view,'

Fix the Errors

Correct the mistake in each opinion sentence

Error Fix10 questions

1In my opinion, I think that it is too late.

2From my point of view of, the plan is poor.

3I am thinking that we should leave now.

4It seems to me it is a mistake.

5I believe to the report is correct.

6Personally me, I disagree.

7She feels strongly for the idea.

8In view of my, more data is needed.

9As far I can tell, the data is valid.

10To be honestly, I find this difficult.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this lesson on sentence structure cover?

Learn key grammar structures for expressing opinions — 'I think', 'I believe', 'In my opinion', 'should' — in English.

Which CEFR level is this lesson designed for?

This lesson is designed for Elementary (A2) learners and forms part of the Sentence Structure section on Grammartier.

What is the best approach for studying this grammar topic?

Start with the definition, then study the examples carefully to understand how the pattern works in context. Practise identifying the structure in authentic sentences before producing your own — this recognition-first approach builds a strong foundation for accurate, confident use.

Your Grammar Learning Path

Follow the CEFR progression for this topic cluster.

  1. A1
    Word Order
  2. A2
    Clauses
  3. A2
    Giving OpinionsYou are here
  4. A2
    Objects in Sentences
  5. A2
    Phrases
  6. B2
    Advanced Linking Words
  7. B2
    Contrast and Concession

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