Sentence Pattern (Part 2)

When there is a discussion, there will always be suggestions, approvals and objections. Well, we must show courtesy at all time. Let's take a look at the below dialogue:

Jenny     :  The English Society is organizing an event to raise funds for the needy. Up till 

                     now, we don't have a good one. Is there any suggestion?

Farooq  :  How about a jumble sale? (suggesting)

Sue Lin  :  It sounds as a good idea. (agreeing)

Jenny     :  I agree with that idea too. (agreeing)

Rajesh   :  I don't think it is a good idea. (disagreeing) I'll say that we organize a 

               charity dinner  (suggesting) for we could raise even more money than the

                    jumble sale.

Malik    :  I can't agree more with Rajesh. (agreeing) We can charge a person for RM20

                   and set up some tables up to twenty at our school hall.

Sue Lin  :  I don't think we can make it. (disagreeing) Organizing a charity dinner is not

                   an easy task. It requires a lot of energy, commitment and time. With not much 

                   time left for us, I don't think it is possible.

Farooq  :  I can't agree more with Sue Lin. (agreeing) All we need is a very simple plan 

                    and a prompt action.

Jenny    :  In that case, I have to agree with Farooq and Sue Lin. Since the fund 

                    raising activity is next week, so I think that jumble sale is more suitable.

Malik    :  If so, I have to agree with you. 

Rajesh   :  So, when could we start the sale?

Sue Lin  :  By next week. Starting tomorrow, we will collect used items such as apparels, 

                     caps, books, comics, tableware and shoes from the members of our society.

Jenny    :  That's such a brilliant idea, Sue Lin. (agreeing) So, we'll make 

                     announcement to our members so they will participate heart-fully. I thank 

                you all for your brilliant ideas.(thanking)

There are many ways to suggest your ideas as well as to agree and disagree. Here are some of suggested sentences and questions to be used:

To Suggest

• I suggest that we organize a trip to Sri Chempaka Home this Monday.
• I have an idea.We visit Sollehan Orphanage this weekend.
• How about organizing a charity run?
• What if we organize a charity dinner instead of selling balloons.
• I'll say that we stick to the actual plan.
• I strongly believe that selling cakes on the Open Day will make a handsome income.
• In my point of view, organizing a trip to Langkawi is wasteful.
• I would like to recommend that we adjourn the meeting to next Tuesday.
• I propose that we give away books and clothes to the orphans.

To Agree

• I agree with the suggestion.
• I can't agree more.
• I totally agree with the idea.
• It sounds like a good idea to me.
• Your suggestion sounds perfect.
• That is a brilliant idea!
• A big YES for your idea.

To Disagree 

• I don't think it is a good idea to held a party in fasting month.
• Sorry, I have to disagree with your idea.
• I totally disagree with that suggestion.
• I have to say no to that idea.
• I always agree with you but not this time around.
• I think that Farrah's idea is better.

To Thank

• Thank you for your idea.
• I thank all for such brilliant ideas.
• I'm grateful to have someone who can share brilliant ideas.
• I'm glad to be proposed with fruitful suggestions. 

Always keep in mind that courtesy shows wherever you go.

Vocabulary Highlight

• apparel - external clothing (synonym - clothing, garment, dress)
• prompt - very fast
• tableware - collectively of using plates, bowls, glasses, spoons and forks during meals
• handsome - to show ample (in term of showing income or money, not appearance)
• adjourn - to postpone to a future time (synonym - defer, suspend)
• fruitful - to show abundance or a lot of something (synonym - productive, bountiful)