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? Work in groups of four, including a businessman, an environmentalist, a scientist and a local citizen. A businessman An environmentalist A scientist A local citizen You think that we should burn the coal because… You don’t think we should burn the coal because… You think that we should spend more money on science so that… We must burn the coal so that we can get money to develop our area… Pros ? Cons ? A valuable resource Produce energy Offer jobs to citizens Help develop economy Make people earn more money Money is important for children’s education… We are responsible for future Use coal in a new and clean way ? Cause pollution ? Destroy the environment ? This damage isn’t repaired ? Only caring about making money is so selfish ? Produce harmful/poisonous smoke ? It is bad for/harmful to our health Useful expressions We must make sure that … It’s clear that… I believe that we must … I can’t imagine that… If nothing is done… , then… I’m all for… Sure/Certainly/Absolutely. Is there a better way to … ? It would be better if we … I don’t think that’s right … ? Don’t you think that… ? I’m afraid you’re wrong… ? I’m not so sure about that… Surely it must be… No, you are wrong thinking that… Some sentences you heard in listening