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The C1 Discussion: Extended Nuanced Debate
A C1 exit speaking activity: learners hold an extended, nuanced discussion, developing a sophisticated argument and reaching a considered conclusion, with topic cards, feeding the discursive essay.
Updated Oct 6, 2026
- Level
- C1
- Duration
- 35 min
- Skills
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Speaking
- Topic
- Everyday Life
- Age
- adults
- Format
- classroom
Learning objectives
- Develop a sophisticated, nuanced argument
- Respond precisely, conceding and countering
- Use the full range of C1 structures cohesively
What you need
- Topic cards
- Nuanced position + points (optional)
- Pens
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