UNIT 2 : SPEAKING CLASSIFYING & GIVING REASONS

 To classify is to divide things into groups according to their type.  The books in the library are classified by/according to subject.  Biologists classify animals and plants into different groups

 These tables show how you can classify things: There aretwo Types Kinds Classes Categories Sorts Varieties of X … of X. These are… Thetwoare…

 These tables show how you can classify things: X consists of comprises can be divided into two types kinds classes categories sorts varieties These are… ….

 These tables show how you can classify things: We can classify X according to on the basis of depending on …

 It is vital to give reasons for why we choose a particular category for a particular object.  There is not necessarily a ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ answer - it is the discussion of reasons that is important.

 In your group discuss the following topics: ◦ Making a shopping list ◦ Identifying Different Types of Jobs

 Remember, when making suggestions or recommendations: ◦ Read the statement or the problem carefully ◦ Say whether you agree or disagree with them politely ◦ Jot down relevant details that can be argued with reasonable and logical reasoning

 Remember, when making suggestions or recommendations: ◦ Use the phrases that you have learnt on how to make suggestions and recommendations ◦ Support your views with examples or valid explanations.