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Band 6+: 2. Describe a person who always has strong opinions You should say: Who this person is How you knew him/her Why you think he/she is an opinionated person And explain how you feel about him/her
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Well, I'd like to talk about my university roommate, Du Ma. He's definitely one of the most opinionated people I know. We met three years ago when we were assigned to share a dorm room in our first year at university. From day one, it was clear that Du Ma had strong views on just about everything, whether it was politics, music, or even the best way to organize our tiny dorm room. He always had a firm stance. I remember our first conversation about climate change. What I thought would be a casual chat turned into a passionate hour-long debate. I think Du Ma is such an opinionated person for a few reasons. Firstly, he's incredibly well-read and always stays up-to-date with current affairs. He devours news articles and books on various topics, which fuels his confidence in discussions. Secondly, he comes from a family of lawyers, so I suspect that debating and expressing opinions is somewhat ingrained in him. But lastly, I believe he genuinely cares about making the world a better place. This drives him to form and express strong opinions on important issues. As for how I feel about him, it's a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, I admire his passion and how well-informed he is. Our conversations were never boring. He has challenged me to think more critically about my own views. On the other hand, his strong opinions can sometimes be overwhelming, especially when you just want to have a relaxing chat. There have been times when I've felt a bit exhausted trying to keep up with his intensity. Despite occasional moments of feeling overwhelmed, I appreciate his passion and the way he pushes me to think differently. He's definitely a person who makes you think, even if it's not always easy.
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