 100  — We would probably need special sports gear which could be quite expensive. |
— Any sport that involves hitting helps release or beat aggression inside you. — Playing tennis could improve our reactions and coordination of muscle movements. — You have to be very quick to return the ball: tennis develops your sense of speed and space. |
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Chess |
— While playing chess you have to sit still for hours. — It would strain our eyes, so our eyesight could get worse. — It could be very difficult to master this game as I find it difficult to concentrate after a long school day. |
— It’s very good exercise, it develops logical thinking. — Playing chess improves your memory — you have to remember a great deal of games and combinations. — It’s the only kind of sport where there is no risk of getting injured. |
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Basketball |
— Basketball is a team sport and the risk of injuries in team sports is great. — I’m afraid I’m not tall enough to play basketball and we might fail to achieve any good results. — I’m not sure I would be able to master the skills which are required in basketball. That’s too much for me. |
— This kind of sport helps develop team spirit. — We could also learn to move fast. — You don’t need any special equipment, just a ball. We could practice playing it in the yard. |
Note: Make sure all the options have been discussed.
When discussing each option first use the information that is contrary to what the student says. You may choose to make use of some ideas only.
Do not speak first all the time but ask the student what she/he thinks about the options.
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