General rule → established belief → question → issue → pros and cons
1. Which expression is used to introduce a general idea rather than a specific argument?
2. Which expression signals that the advantages and disadvantages of a subject should be considered?
3. Which expression is most appropriate for introducing the first point in a structured argument?
Which expressions introduce a subject or general idea in the course?
Expressions like 'As a general rule' and 'It is generally agreed' introduce a subject.
What phrase means 'It raises a burning issue' in English?
'It raises a burning issue' means 'Cela soulève une question brûlante'.
Which expression suggests considering advantages and disadvantages?
'We must weigh up the pros and cons' suggests considering advantages and disadvantages.
Which expressions introduce the first point in an argument?
At first sight, it would seem that; To begin with; First of all; Firstly; In the first place.
Which expressions indicate the second point in an argument?
Secondly; In the second place.
Which expressions are used to add points later in an argument?
Moreover; In addition; Then; Next; Lastly; Finally; Eventually.
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