First Impressions
What is the main goal of a conversation starter?
To begin a connection
What does “context” mean in conversation?
The situation and setting
Curiosity in conversation usually sounds like
Asking thoughtful questions
Tone refers to
How something is said
Which starter fits a new group activity?
“How long have you been doing this?”
Which behavior most supports positive first impressions?
Open body language
Which starter best fits a school setting?
“Did you understand today’s assignment?”
Which question shows curiosity?
“What got you interested in that?”
Which tone is MOST likely to invite conversation?
Neutral and friendly
You want to talk to someone online. What’s a good first step?
Using a clear, friendly opener
Why do first impressions matter in conversations?
They shape how comfortable others feel
Why should conversation starters change depending on the situation?
To match shared experiences
Curiosity helps conversations by
Showing genuine interest
Online, tone can be harder to read because
There are no facial cues
If a conversation feels awkward, a helpful strategy is to
Adjust tone or ask a question
What is likely to make a conversation feel awkward?
Ignoring social context
Which setting would benefit from an interest-based starter?
Hobby club
Which response best keeps a conversation going?
Follow-up questions
Which helps clarify tone in digital messages?
Emojis or clear phrasing
How can you show respect when starting a conversation?
Checking if the person is available
Social confidence during a conversation starter usually comes from
Practicing awareness and flexibility
Context-based starters help conversations feel
Natural and relevant
Too little curiosity can make a conversation feel
One-sided
Tone combined with context and curiosity creates
Strong conversation starters
The Starter Formula (Context + Curiosity + Tone) helps teens
Start conversations flexibly and confidently