Starting a Conversation
What is a simple way to start speaking to someone new?
What is: Introductions, asking questions, saying hello.
What is one way to keep the conversation going?
What is: ask follow-up questions
What kind of questions help people talk more: Yes/no questions or open-ended questions?
What is: Open-ended questions
What should your body be doing when listening?
What is: I have to go, but it was nice talking to you
True or False: You should wait silently for someone else to talk first
If someone says "I like music", what is a good response?
What is: What kind of music do you like?
Give an example of an open-ended question.
What is: "What did you do this weekend?" *answers may vary*
True or False: It's okay to look at your phone while someone talks
True or False: you should just walk away without saying anything
what is false
What is a good conversation starter at school?
What is: Asking about class, interests, or something else that is currently happening.
What should you NOT do in a conversation?
What is: Only talk about yourself, interrupt, or not speak at all.
Which is better: "Do you like school?" or "What do you like about school?"
What is: What do you like about school?
What's one way to show you're listening?
What is: nodding, summarizing, saying yeah or I understand
What's something you can say before leaving?
What is: see you later, or talk to you soon
What could you say to someone sitting alone?
What is: Can I sit with you? or How is your day going?
What does "active listening" mean?
What is: paying attention, nodding, responding appropriately
Why are open-ended questions helpful?
What is: They keep the conversation going
What does it mean to interrupt?
What is: talking over someone before they finish
When is it okay to end the conversation?
What is: when you need to leave or the convo naturally ends
Why is body language important when starting conversations?
What is: It shows friendliness (eye contact, smiling, open posture).
What can you say if there's an awkward silence?
What is: Ask a new question or bring up a related topic
What's a question you should avoid asking someone you just met?
What is: asking about very personal things (money, family issues, etc)
Why is listening important to conversations?
What is: It shows respect and helps connection
Why is it important to end conversations politely?
It maintains relationships and respect