Opinion

Question 1

GIVING OPINIONS
[In my opinion], we should protect animals
from extinction by keeping them in zoos.

[I agree with the idea that] animals should
be kept in zoos.

Answer 1

In my opinion
In my experience 
From my point of view
It is my opinion that 
I agree with the idea that 
I personally believe that

Question 2

MAKE GENERALIZATIONS
[In general], I believe that zoos serve a
useful function.

[As a rule], zoo animals live in conditions
that are similar to their natural habitat.

Answer 2

In general 
Generally speaking 
On the whole 
For the most part 
As a rule

Question 3

GIVING EXAMPLES
[For example], elephants can live in
captivity to 80 years old.

Animals [such as] elephants and giraffes
live much longer in a zoo.

Answer 3

For example 
For instance 
...,for example,...
...,for instance,...
As an example 
As an illustration,
... such as....

Question 4

GIVING EXAMPLES
Many animals, [especially] those that were
born in captMty, would not survive in the wild.

Answer 4

especially (introduces an outstanding example)

Question 5

ELABORATING
(GIVING FUTHER REASONS)
[In addition], zoos are a useful way to
educate children about animals and birds.

Answer 5

In addition / Moreover /
Additionally / Besides /
Furthermore / Similarly

Question 6

ELABORATING
(GIVING FUTHER REASONS)
In [fact], pandas in captivity breed more
frequently than pandas in the wild and live
longer.

Answer 6

In fact, (gives further information
about an example that has
already been mentioned)