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B2Grammar cheat sheet
Opinion and argumentation structures
High-priority B2 grammar concept for TEF/TCF preparation: Opinion and argumentation structures.
Quick rule
Use clear structures to present an opinion, give advice, organize paragraphs, or sound formal.
Patterns to memorize
- opinion: selon moi, je pense que, il me semble que
- advice: il faudrait, je vous conseille de, vous devriez
- paragraph: idea -> reason -> example -> result
Where to use it
- TEF/TCF writing tasks
- Speaking argument questions
- Formal emails and complaints
High-value examples
Selon moi, cette mesure est utile car elle protège les citoyens.
In my opinion, this measure is useful because it protects citizens.
Opinion + reason.
Je vous serais reconnaissant de bien vouloir examiner ma demande.
I would be grateful if you would examine my request.
Formal register.
Common mistakes
- Repeating je pense que in every sentence
- Giving an opinion without a reason
- Mixing informal and formal register
Mini drill
- Write one opinion with two reasons.
- Add one concrete example.
- Rewrite it in a more formal register.
Exam target
Use Opinion and argumentation structures in level-appropriate sentences.Recognize common errors and produce a corrected version.Apply the form in short exam-style writing.