Some People Say That,

Let's look at a question type from the Eiken level 2 test,

Some people say that,
This phrase means that people have a specific idea, solution or opinion about a topic on:

• how to do something
• an answer to a problem
• a worldview 
• a criticism or feeling

Relating to culture, the environment, business, technology, entertainment or just about anything in our world today. To say some people means that on a topic many people agree on the same idea, solution, or opinion.

When prompt to answer about our own idea, solution, or opinion to the statement, Some people say that..., we our asked this question:

What do you think about that?*

Be prepared to:

• Agree; Yes, I agree. I think that...(your opinion)
• Disagree; No, I disagree. I think that...(your opinion)

*This is a common question not only in the Eiken, but in everyday conversations.

Example:
Some people say that, learning a second language becomes harder when you're an adult compared to when you're a child. What do you think about that?

Agree; Yes, I agree. I think that when you're a child your brain is still developing and open to learning new words easily in a second language. Children also have lots of time, the sooner they start to learn a second language the better chance they have to be fluent as an adult.

Disagree; No, I disagree. I think that no matter how old you are your able to learn a second language when you have the motivation and determination to do so. When you're a child you don't want to study or do things that are hard, but as an adult your able to find fun and enjoyment in them.

Question:
Some people say that, we should make use of rainwater in our daily lives. What do you think about that? 
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