Starting Conversation
Name one way you can start a conversation
Hi, hello, how are you?
True or False:
Others will know we are ready to join a conversation when we stare at them?
False
What does it mean to maintain a conversation?
To keep the conversation going
True or False:
Walking away from someone without saying anything is an appropriate way to end a conversation?
False
What are conversation cues?
The person is facing you, the person is looking at you, the person is showing that they are listening
Why is it important to start conversation with others?
To meet new people, to get to know others, to make friends
Give an example of an inappropriate way to join a conversation
Touching others, making an off-topic comment, interrupting, not using a social filter
Give an example of a way to maintain conversation
Asking questions, responding to questions, talking about interests
Give an example of an appropriate way to end a conversation
See you later, talk to you later, bye
Why is it important to maintain eye contact with the person you are speaking to?
To show them we are listening, to be respectful
Give an example of a way you could start a conversation with someone you have never met
Hi, my name is ' ', how are you?
Give an appropriate example of how to join a conversation
Hey guys, what are you talking about?
True or False:
You can maintain a conversation with more than one person?
True
If you are in a conversation with someone and realize your phone is ringing, how can you appropriately end the conversation?
Excuse me
I just have to answer this call real quick, I'll be right back
Would you excuse me for a minute?
Why is it important that we take turns in conversation?
To not dominate the conversation and allow everyone to have a turn to talk
What is one way that we can recognize it is not a good time to join a conversation
People are arguing, someone appears upset, it is a private conversation
Fill in the blank:
During conversation, we should _______ ________, so we are not the only one talking and not interrupting others.
Take turns
Imagine you are in a conversation, then realize you are running late and need to go. How can you end the conversation?
I'm so sorry, I lost track of time. I have to get going.
I'm sorry, can we continue this conversation later, I', running late.
Give an example of a time when your friend wasn't listening, how could you tell?
Imagine it is your first day back to school and you get partnered with someone in your class that you do not know. How can you start the conversation with them?
You're standing in the line waiting to get your lunch at school and you hear two of your friends in front of you talking about last nights Broncos game. Give an example of how you could join the conversation
Last nights game was awesome, did you guys watch the whole thing?
Imagine one of your friends came over and says, "hey have you ever played Minecraft?". How could you respond to maintain the conversation?
Yeah, I have. What level are you on?
No, I haven't. How do you play the game?
Give an example of how you can end one conversation and start another conversation about a new topic
If someone says something to you during conversation, but you can't hear what they said, what can you say?
I'm sorry, can you repeat that
I'm sorry, I didn't hear that, can you say it again?