روز ۶: بحث و گفتگو

Discussion and Debate

سطح: B2 – Upper Intermediate
مرحله: ساخت مکالمه روان‌تر
مهارت‌ها: 

🟧 Vocabulary 🟧 Functional English 🟧 Listening 🟧 Speaking 🟧 Practice

Listening Questions

4. What is one advantage of working from home mentioned by James?

A) Employees have more opportunities to meet colleagues.
B) People can avoid commuting and have more flexibility.
C) People always work fewer hours.

5. What is one disadvantage of working from home?

A) People cannot organize their working hours.
B) Employees have too many face-to-face meetings.
C) Some people may feel isolated from their colleagues.

6. Why can working in an office be useful?

A) It can make communication and teamwork easier.
B) It always gives employees more free time.
C) It eliminates the need to commute.

7. What does James think about the two options?

A) Working from home is always better.
B) Working in an office is always better.
C) The better option depends on the person and the type of job.

8. What does James suggest companies should do?

A) Make everyone work from home.
B) Consider both options and find a suitable balance.
C) Stop allowing employees to work in offices.

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Vocabulary from the Text

debate

بحث، مناظره

There is a debate about whether students should use smartphones in class.

درباره اینکه دانش‌آموزان باید در کلاس از گوشی استفاده کنند یا نه، بحث وجود دارد.

on the one hand

از یک طرف

On the one hand, smartphones can be useful learning tools.

از یک طرف، گوشی‌های هوشمند می‌توانند ابزارهای مفیدی برای یادگیری باشند.

on the other hand

از طرف دیگر

On the other hand, smartphones can easily distract students.

از طرف دیگر، گوشی‌های هوشمند می‌توانند به‌راحتی حواس دانش‌آموزان را پرت کنند.

distract

حواس کسی را پرت کردن

Social media can distract students from their lessons.

شبکه‌های اجتماعی می‌توانند حواس دانش‌آموزان را از درس پرت کنند.

tempted

وسوسه‌شده

Students may be tempted to check their messages during class.

ممکن است دانش‌آموزان وسوسه شوند که در طول کلاس پیام‌هایشان را بررسی کنند.

responsibly

مسئولانه

Students should learn how to use technology responsibly.

دانش‌آموزان باید یاد بگیرند چگونه مسئولانه از فناوری استفاده کنند.

interfere with

اختلال ایجاد کردن در، مانع شدن

Phones should not interfere with students’ learning.

گوشی‌ها نباید در یادگیری دانش‌آموزان اختلال ایجاد کنند.

ultimately

در نهایت

Ultimately, the way we use technology matters.

در نهایت، نحوه استفاده ما از فناوری اهمیت دارد.

Reading Comprehension

9. What is the main purpose of the text?

A) To explain why students should never use smartphones.

B) To discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of smartphones in classrooms.

C) To show how smartphones have changed social media.

D) To explain how teachers can use educational apps.

10. According to the text, how can smartphones support learning?

A) By allowing students to avoid classroom discussions.

B) By replacing teachers during lessons.

C) By helping students find information and use educational tools.

D) By making lessons shorter and easier.

11. Why can smartphones become a problem in the classroom?

A) Students may become distracted by unrelated content.

B) Educational apps are usually too difficult to use.

C) Students cannot find information quickly enough.

D) Teachers do not know how smartphones work.

12. What does the writer suggest about smartphone use in classrooms?

A) Smartphones should be completely banned.

B) Students should be allowed to use them without any restrictions.

C) Smartphones should only be used outside the classroom.

D) Students should use them responsibly and follow clear rules.

13. What does the writer mean by “The question is not whether smartphones are good or bad”?

A) Smartphones have no effect on education.

B) Their effect depends largely on how they are used.

C) Students should decide when to use smartphones.

D) Technology is more important than education.

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بخش هشتم: Speaking Challenge 

مأموریت امروز:

یک فایل صوتی ۲ تا ۳ دقیقه‌ای ضبط کنید.

موضوع:

Is working from home better than working in an office?

آیا کار کردن از خانه بهتر از کار کردن در دفتر است؟

در صحبت خود:

✅ نظر خودتان را بیان کنید.
✅ حداقل یک مزیت و یک عیب هر دو گزینه را مطرح کنید.
✅ برای یکی از نظرات خود مثال یا دلیل بیاورید.
✅ به یک دیدگاه مخالف اشاره کنید.
✅ در پایان، نظر نهایی خود را بیان کنید.

از این عبارت‌ها استفاده کنید:

In my opinion, …

به نظر من…

On the one hand, …

از یک طرف…

On the other hand, …

از طرف دیگر…

One advantage is that …

یکی از مزایا این است که…

However, …

با این حال…

For example, …

برای مثال…

Some people argue that …

بعضی افراد معتقدند که…

I understand this point, but …

این دیدگاه را درک می‌کنم، اما…

Overall, I believe that …

در مجموع، معتقدم که…

نمونه پاسخ:

In my opinion, working from home has several advantages, but it is not necessarily better for everyone. On the one hand, people can save time because they do not have to commute to work. They may also have a more flexible schedule and a quieter environment. For example, someone who has a long commute could use that extra time to exercise or spend time with their family.

On the other hand, working from home can sometimes reduce communication with colleagues. Some people may also find it difficult to separate their work life from their personal life. Some people argue that working in an office is better because employees can communicate more easily and work as a team. I understand this point, but I think it depends on the type of job and the individual.

Overall, I believe that neither option is always better. For many people, a combination of working from home and working in an office could be a practical solution.

به نظر من، کار کردن از خانه چندین مزیت دارد، اما لزوماً برای همه بهتر نیست. از یک طرف، افراد می‌توانند در زمان صرفه‌جویی کنند، چون مجبور نیستند برای رفتن به محل کار رفت‌وآمد کنند. آنها همچنین ممکن است برنامه زمانی انعطاف‌پذیرتر و محیط آرام‌تری داشته باشند. برای مثال، کسی که مسیر طولانی تا محل کار دارد می‌تواند از آن زمان اضافی برای ورزش کردن یا وقت گذراندن با خانواده استفاده کند.

از طرف دیگر، کار کردن از خانه گاهی می‌تواند ارتباط با همکاران را کاهش دهد. همچنین ممکن است برای بعضی افراد جدا کردن زندگی کاری از زندگی شخصی دشوار باشد. بعضی افراد معتقدند کار کردن در دفتر بهتر است، چون کارکنان می‌توانند راحت‌تر با هم ارتباط برقرار کنند و به صورت تیمی کار کنند. من این دیدگاه را درک می‌کنم، اما فکر می‌کنم این موضوع به نوع شغل و خود فرد بستگی دارد.

در مجموع، معتقدم هیچ‌کدام از این دو گزینه همیشه بهتر نیستند. برای بسیاری از افراد، ترکیبی از کار کردن از خانه و کار کردن در دفتر می‌تواند راه‌حل عملی‌تری باشد.

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بخش نهم: Practice

تمرین 1: جاهای خالی را با عبارات مناسب داده شده کامل کنید.

On the one hand | On the other hand | In my opinion | However

14. ______, working from home gives people more flexibility.

15. ______, some people may feel isolated when they work from home.

16. Working in an office can make communication easier. ______, it may also take more time because of commuting.

17. ______, a combination of working from home and working in an office can be a practical solution.

تمرین 2: جملات زیر را با مناسب‌ترین گزینه کامل کنید.

18. On the one hand, working from home has several advantages because…

A) people can save time and have a more flexible schedule.

B) everyone prefers working alone.

C) offices are always uncomfortable.

19. On the other hand, working from home can be difficult because…

A) people never need to communicate with others.

B) some people may feel isolated from their colleagues.

C) everyone has a quiet home.

20. Some people argue that working in an office is better because…

A) employees can communicate more easily and work as a team.

B) people do not need to work with others.

C) employees can avoid all meetings.

21. I understand this point, but…

A) there is no reason to discuss the topic.

B) everyone should work in the same way.

C) working from home can also be effective for many people.

تمرین 3: پاسخ مناسب را برای هر مکالمه انتخاب کنید.

22. Ali: I think working from home is always better.

Sara: ______________________________

A) I don’t think people should discuss this topic.

B) I understand your point, but I don’t think it is always better. It depends on the type of job.

C) Everyone should work from home.

23. Ali: Working in an office helps people communicate better.

Sara: ____________________________________

A) That’s a good point. However, online communication can also be effective.

B) No one can communicate online.

C) Working from home has no advantages.

24. Ali: Technology has made working from home easier.

Sara: _____________________________________

A) I completely disagree with this idea.

B) People should never use technology at work.

C) I agree. For example, employees can attend meetings and share documents online.

25. Ali: People who work from home don’t communicate with their colleagues.

Sara: _______________________________

A) That’s definitely true.

B) That’s not necessarily true. They can communicate through online meetings and messaging apps.

C) Communication is not important at work.

تمرین 4: هر جمله را با مناسب‌ترین گزینه کامل کنید.

26. One advantage of working from home is that…

A) employees can save time by avoiding long commutes.

B) employees never have to communicate.

C) everyone enjoys working alone.

27. One disadvantage of working from home is that…

A) people always have more free time.

B) some people may feel isolated from their colleagues.

C) employees can attend online meetings.

28. For example,…

A) working from home is always better.

B) some people dislike technology.

C) employees can have online meetings with their colleagues.

29. Overall, I believe that…

A) a combination of working from home and working in an office can be a practical solution.

B) everyone should work from home.

C) there is only one correct way to work.

تمرین 5: پاسخ مناسب را برای هر موقعیت انتخاب کنید.

30. Ali: Do you think working from home is better than working in an office?

Sara: ___________________________

A) In my opinion, it depends on the person and the type of job. Working from home can be more flexible, but it may reduce communication with colleagues.

B) Yes, because offices are always bad.

C) I don’t think people need to communicate at work.

31. Ali: I think working in an office is better because people can communicate face-to-face.

Sara: ____________________________

A) That’s impossible.

B) I understand your point, but working from home can also be effective when people use online communication tools.

C) Nobody can work from home.

32. Ali: Can you give me an example?

Sara: ____________________________________

A) For example, employees can have online meetings and discuss projects even when they work from home.

B) I don’t have an opinion.

C) Working from home is always the best option.

33. Ali: So, which option do you prefer?

Sara: __________________________

A) Neither option has any advantages.

B) Everyone should make the same decision.

C) Overall, I prefer a combination of both because it provides flexibility while maintaining communication.

تمرین 6: کلمات زیر را مرتب کنید و یک جمله درست بسازید.

34.  opinion / my / working / In / home / can / be / more / flexible

____________________________________________

35. other / the / On / hand / people / may / communication / miss / with / colleagues

____________________________________________

36. your / understand / I / point / but / it / differently / see / I

_____________________________________________

37. example / For / employees / can / meetings / attend / online

______________________________________________

تمرین 7: حالا خودتان درباره موضوع نظر بدهید. سعی کنید از عبارت‌های درس استفاده کنید.

38. Do you think working from home is better than working in an office? Why or why not?

در ۲ تا ۳ جمله پاسخ دهید و از این ساختار استفاده کنید:

In my opinion, … because …

39. Some people say that working in an office is better because it allows better communication. Do you agree or disagree?

در ۲ تا ۳ جمله پاسخ دهید و از یکی از این عبارت‌ها استفاده کنید:

I understand your point, but…

However, …

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بخش دهم: Mini Test 

بهترین گزینه را برای هر سؤال انتخاب کنید.

40. Two people are discussing online learning.

Ali: I think online classes are more convenient.

Sara: I agree that they are convenient, but ______.

A) they can sometimes make communication with teachers more difficult

B) online classes are convenient because they are online

C) I think convenience is a class

41. Which statement presents both sides of an argument?

A) Online learning is useful for students.

B) Online learning has many advantages, but some students may find it difficult to stay focused without a traditional classroom environment.

C) Students use computers for learning.

42. Someone says: “Social media is bad for students.”

Which response shows the most balanced way of thinking?

A) That’s completely wrong.

B) I don’t have an opinion.

C) I can understand that concern, but social media can also be useful for communication and learning when it is used responsibly.

43. Read the two opinions:

Opinion 1: Working in groups helps students learn from each other.

Opinion 2: Some students prefer working alone because they can concentrate better.

Which conclusion connects these two ideas most effectively?

A) Both approaches can be useful, depending on the student and the type of task.

B) Group work is always better.

C) Students should never work alone.

44. Which sentence gives the strongest support for this opinion?

“Using smartphones in class can sometimes be helpful.”

A) Smartphones are popular.

B) For example, students can use educational apps or quickly look up unfamiliar words during a lesson.

C) Many students have smartphones.

45. Someone says: “Students should never use smartphones in the classroom.”

Which response challenges this idea without completely rejecting the other person’s point?

A) You’re wrong. Smartphones are always good.

B) I see why you think that, especially because phones can be distracting. However, they can also be useful for certain learning activities.

C) Students like using smartphones.

46. Read the argument:

“Working from home saves commuting time. However, some employees may feel isolated from their colleagues.”

What is the main purpose of “However” in this sentence?

A) To give an example

B) To introduce a contrasting idea

C) To explain the cause of the first idea

47. Which statement is too general to be a strong argument?

A) Working from home can help employees save commuting time.

B) Some people work more comfortably at home because they have a quieter environment.

C) Working from home is always better for everyone.

48. You are discussing whether students should have more homework.

Which response shows that you are considering an opposing viewpoint before giving your own position?

A) Some people believe that more homework helps students practice. I understand this point, but too much homework can also reduce students’ free time and motivation.

B) Homework is homework, and that’s my opinion.

C) I think homework is good because I think it is good.

49. Read the discussion:

Ali: Online learning gives students more flexibility.

Sara: That’s true, but some students may miss face-to-face interaction.

Ali: I agree. Maybe the best approach is to combine online learning with some in-person classes.

What does Ali’s final statement show?

A) He completely rejects Sara’s opinion.

B) He considers both viewpoints and suggests a possible solution.

C) He changes the subject.

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