Disagreeing politely:
I'm sorry, but I have to disagree.
I see what you're saying, but I have a different perspective.
I respect your opinion, but I'm afraid I can't agree with you on this.
Expressing a different point of view:
From my point of view...
Personally, I think...
In my opinion...
Challenging someone's idea:
I'm not convinced that...
I find it hard to believe that...
I have my doubts about...
Presenting counterarguments:
On the contrary...
However, I would argue that...
It's true that, but...
Expressing strong disagreement:
I totally disagree with that.
That's not at all what I think.
I'm sorry, but I strongly disagree.
Reading activity:
Preparation: Read the following words and their meaning.
Overdevelopment: The excessive construction and expansion of buildings, infrastructure, or facilities, often resulting in a negative impact on the environment or local communities.
Resource consumption: The use and utilization of natural resources such as water, energy, and raw materials.
Pollution: The introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the environment, leading to adverse effects on ecosystems, human health, or the quality of air, water, and soil.
Overcrowding: A situation where an area or location is filled with too many people or tourists, resulting in congestion and a strain on resources and infrastructure.
Cultural commodification: The process of transforming cultural traditions, practices, or artifacts into marketable products or commodities, often leading to the exploitation or loss of cultural authenticity.
Loss of authenticity: The erosion or diminishing of the genuine or original qualities, characteristics, or traditions of a place or culture due to external influences or commercialization.
Sustainable: In the context of tourism, it refers to practices that meet the needs of present tourists and host communities while preserving and enhancing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Responsible: Referring to tourism practices that prioritize the well-being of the environment, local communities, and cultural heritage, and minimize negative impacts.
Reading activity 2
Do you agree or disagree with the statement that tourism brings only positive impacts?
What is one negative consequence of mass tourism mentioned in the paragraph?
How can local communities be affected by tourism?
Why is it important to strike a balance between the benefits and disadvantages of tourism?
