Suggestion || Chapter 1 Part 1

A.  Definition 

In our daily lives, we never escape asking for suggestion or giving suggestion to others. Even asking and giving suggestion is done in simple matters. For example, what kind of clothes should you wear today. Do you want to wear formal or casual clothes today, and so on. By asking and giving suggestion, you can be more comfortable in carrying out your daily life. Because you can get or give a broader perspective on anything. The difference between suggestion and advice is its meaning. In the context of its use, it is also different. If you can use suggestion to ask for advice related to choices or everyday decisions, while advice refers to something more serious and formal

In general, a suggestion is a way to offer an idea, advice, or recommendation to someone in the hope that they will consider it or follow it. So The term "suggestion" refers to an idea or plan that is proposed for consideration. It involves recommending something as a possible course of action, offering advice, or putting forth a proposal. Suggestions can be made in various contexts, such as in discussions, meetings, or casual conversations, and are typically intended to help guide decisions or solve problems.

B. Materials 

1. Making Suggestion

 When you want to make or give suggestions, you should pay attention to the interlocutor. What is the condition, so that the suggestions given are appropriate and do not make someone feel offended. For example, you have a friend who has never seen each other for a long time. Then on the phone, he said he wanted to meet at a restaurant to enjoy culinary while releasing his longing. But he didn't have a good idea. So, you can give suggestions. Check out the following example of a suggestion making conversation. 

A : I’d love to have dinner on Saturday night but I’m not sure where.
B : How about we go to Kapulaga Resto?
A: Sounds great! I haven’t been there in for a while.

2. Accepting and Rejecting Suggestion

 When you receive advice from others, it all comes back to you. There are times when you agree or disagree with the advice given.

Then, how to accept suggestions and reject suggestions politely so as not to hurt the heart of the person who gave the advice? You can use the following expressions of accepting and refusing suggestion or advice:

Accepting Suggestion :

• – Thank you for your advice/suggestion
• – What a (good, great, brilliant, etc) idea!
• – That sounds (good, great, brilliant, etc) idea!
• – That might be worth to try
• – This just what I need
• – I’ll do that. Thanks!
• – Okay, I’ll try it!
• – It sounds good
• – Yes, I’d love to

Refusing/Rejecting Suggestion :

• – I don’t think that is a good idea
• – I don’t think this would work
• – Do you have any/other suggestion/advice?
• – This is a good idea, but …
• – I’m not really sure about that
• – Sorry, I can’t
• – Sorry, I don’t like it
• – No, thanks!
• – I’d rather not

Example conversation :

Mark: Karina, has the result of the last English test been announced by Ms. Jennie?

Karina: Yes, it has. Did you pass the test?

Mark: Hmm, I was absent from the last meeting since I looked after my mom at home. So, I don’t know my score yet. What should I do?

Karina: Oh, you should see Ms. Jennie to check your score.

Mark: Thank you for your advice!

C. Latihan Soal 

Now I will answer the question from pages 13-14. 

 Part 1 

ANSWER : 

1. I think they have a relationship as a family, They are siblings.
2. They are discussing about what gifts should be given to their mothers on Mother's Day.
3. The suggestions :

• "How about getting her a box of chocolate?"
• "Shall we get her a flower vase, then?"
• "Well, why don't we buy her new gardening tools? She loves gardening."

       The Responses :

• "No, I don't think it's a good idea. You know she is on a strict diet, and she never eats sweets!"
• "No, She already has some."
• "That's a good idea!"

 Part 2 

ANSWER :

1. The relationship between Dhea and Riza is a friend.
2. Riza hasn't finished his project, even not started yet.
3. Dhea offers to help Riza.
4. "Would you need my help?"

 Part 3 

ANSWER :

1. Mr. Lewis : Yes please, Could you help me to bring this luggage?
2. Anna : Sorry, i want to but i still have a lot of work.
3. Auntie : Oh it's okay, but i can do it by myself.
4. Kenny : Okay, wait a minute, I want to change my clothes and do you want me to drive the car?
5. Ryan : yes, of course and would you help me to book the ticket there?

My video dialogue of giving a suggestion