Word Definitions
What does the word ARGUE mean?
Argue means to give reasons or evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically when trying to get others to share your point of view.
What is a conversation?
A talk that happens between two or more people where they share ideas
Start a conversation, the topic is CAMPING
Do turtles have feet?
Yes and no! Some have feet, some have flippers.
What does the word PREDICT mean?
The word predict means to say or estimate that something will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something.
How do you show you are interested in what someone is saying?
Eye contact, asking questions, looking at them, nodding your head, making comments
Your friend says: "I like ice cream"
What could you say to keep the conversation going?
Ex. I like ice cream too! My favorite is chocolate.
Do octopuses have three hearts?
Yes
What does the word SIMILAR mean?
The word similar means looking like something without being exactly the same.
What is a communication breakdown?
Your friend says: "I think Fortnite is stupid"
What could you say to keep the conversation going?
Ex. Huh, I really like it. What don't you like about it?
Pandas only live in zoos in the USA. How many live in the whole United States? (Correct answer is within 5)
12
What does the word VOLUNTEER mean?
The word volunteer means to complete a task or do work without being paid.
What happens to the conversation if I only respond with short responses?
It ends or is difficult to continue
Your friend says: "My dog ran away, and I'm really upset"
What could you say to keep the conversation going?
Ex. I'm so sorry. Can I help you look for him?
What species (kind of animal) is most related to humans?
Monkeys (chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans)
What does the word EXAMINE mean?
The word examine means to inspect (someone or something) in detail. To investigate.
It is clear your communication partner doesn't understand what you said. What do you do?
I can repeat myself or ask if they need me to say it a different way
Your friend says: "Woo! It's the weekend"
What could you say to keep the conversation going?
Ex. I know! I'm so excited. Do you have any plans?
How many bones are in the human skeleton? (Hint: it's between 100-250)
Correct answer is within 10
206