Rephrasing - Worksheet 1

Rephrase the following arguments (a to h), using the prompts below (1 to 7).

Arguments:
a. I think “rope climbing” should be included in the Commonwealth Games because it does not need much material.
b. To my mind, the mascot of the Commonwealth Games should symbolize brotherhood between the various countries.
c. The Commonwealth Games should be eco-friendly.
d. The Commonwealth Games are supposed to bring in much benefits.
e. In my opinion, bungee jumping should be part of the Games because it is really spectacular.
f. Highland dances should no doubt be included because it does not need expensive facilities.
g. The Commonwealth Games’s organization is a hot potato for the organizers.
h. Handball should not be part of the Commonwealth Games because it was invented in Germany.

Prompts:
1.    You said that …
2.    You claimed that …
3.    You mentioned that …
4.    May I ask you why you said that …?
5.    What was your point when you said that …?
6.    You were absolutely right when you said that …!
7.    Were you actually serious / sincere when you said that …?