|  Table of Contents | Steps in discussing | HOME  PAGE |  | back to Handout on BSE by the Raspies | go on to Functions for discussing |  | 
| How to beg permission to speak: | How to give reasons: | 
| How to interrupt somebody: | How to add something: | 
| How to introduce your statement : | How to agree with the previous speaker: | 
| How to sum up an argument mentioned: | How to express reservation and doubt: | 
| How to praise an argument or a point | How to contradict somebody: | 
| How to state your opinion if you are sure | How to ask for repetition, supplement or explanation: | 
| if you are not quite sure or hesitating | How to insist on your point or turn: | 
| How to conclude your statement: | How to say: "Thank you" | 
|  Table of Contents | Steps in discussing | HOME  PAGE |  |  | back to Handout on BSE by the Raspies | go on to Functions for discussing |  |