Starting Conversations
What question could we ask to start a conversation?
How are you doing?
True or false. Conversations usually end after I say one thing.
False
How can well tell if someone is listening?
Looking at us
How can we join conversations? Talk about anything, or talk about the existing topic?
Existing topic
How do we end a conversation? Say goodbye or walk away?
Say goodbye
What comment could you use to start a conversation?
It is nice to see you!
What does it mean to maintain conversation?
Keep conversation going
How can we tell if someone is happy about the conversation?
Smiling and responding
Who can we join conversations with?
What is something we can say to end conversations?
Nice talking to you!
What greetings can we use to start a conversation?
Hello.
Change topics.
How can we tell if someone is upset about the conversation?
Mad face, maybe talking angry
Who should we not join conversations with?
Strangers
How can we tell if someone else wants to end a conversation?
Hand on doorknob, turning away from us, saying goodbye
Who can we talk about shared events with?
Friends and family
How can we keep conversation going? Only talk or also listen?
Also listen
How can we tell if someone is bored with the conversation?
Hand on head, no eye contact
Our friends are having a conversation about Marvel movies. Can we join?
Yes
If someone is explaining something important, should we end that conversation?
No