Language Output of Unit 1
Giving a factual presentation
Giving a presentation is one of the most common activities well do in our English classes, and one of the most useful real-life skills as well. When we prepare a presentation, we write down the information we want to present in note form, such as in the factfile.
In order to sound natural, and to attract the interest of the audience, ifs important not to read out our presentation, but to use our notes as a guide. When we begin, we'll need to attract people's attention, to make them listen to us. Try to prepare how we're going to start our presentation, and how we'll finish it. If we can choose some suitable expressions, and learn them by heart, well sound more fluent and relaxed. Finally, remember to look at the audience, not at our notes,... and smile.
Attracting people's attention
Could I have your attention, please?
Hello / Good morning / afternoon / evening, everyone!
Starting a presentation
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to tell you about...
I'd like to present you with some information about... As you know, I've been asked to talk about...
Finishing a presentation
There's lots more I can say about... but that's all there's time for today.
That's all I have to say about...
Thank you for listening.
If you have any questions, I'd be delighted to answer them.

