Gaining Attention
Before I talk to someone, I need to gain their attention
True
What does the word initiate mean?
Initiate = to start
Maintain = to keep it going
What does the word terminate mean?
Terminate = to end
To get someone's attention, I need to be __________ to them
Close or nearby
Name 3 topics that you could have a conversation with your friend about at school
Student's choice
True or False:
Maintaining a conversation helps you learn more about the person you are speaking to
True
True or False: This is a polite way to terminate a conversation with someone:
"Hey how was your day?" "Bye!"
No, they didn't state the reason they had to leave. A kinder way could've been: "Hey, how was your day?" "It was good but I have to actually run to class. Let's catch up after!"
If someone is already in a conversation with someone else, would this be a good time to try to gain their attention?
No, I should wait until they are available unless it is an emergency.
True or False: The following is a question
"I went to go visit my dad yesterday and we went to the zoo together"
False, that is a statement or a comment
Question or Comment:
I had a really busy weekend hanging out with my friends, how was your weekend?
Question
"I have to go to class, see you later", "Thanks for sharing", "Gotta run, see you soon" etc.
Name at least two ways to gain someone's attention
"Excuse me", say their name, a greeting like "hello" or "hey"
Name at least one of the two things we need to do in order to start a conversation with someone
1) Gain their attention
2) Ask a question or comment about a topic
Name at least one way we maintain a conversation with someone
1) Give comments
2) Ask questions
Name at least one way we can appropriately end a conversation
1) Make a comment related to or responding to what the other person said
2) Say the reason that you are leaving or the reason you have to stop talking
Name at least one sign that shows that you have someone's attention
Their body is turned toward you, they are making eye contact with you, or they have used their words to respond to you.
Name at least one reason why initiating a conversation is important
1) It shows that we are friendly
2) It helps us make friends
3) It shows others that we care and are interested
Name at least one reason why it is important to maintain a conversation
1) It shows people that you care
2) It helps build friendships
3) It shows people you are interested in what they have to say
Name at least one reason why terminating a conversation is important
1) So your friend or conversation partner is not confused
2) It is polite to end a conversation before leaving
3) So your friend or partner knows you are done talking