Conversation 101
Instead of "Huh" what is a more proffessional way to ask someone to repeat themselves?
"Could you repeat yourself"...
A visitor walks up to you and looks at the animals. What is one appropriate way to start a conversation?
“Hi! Have you been around animals like these before?”
Someone tells you, “I really like horses.” What could you say next?
“What do you like about horses?”
Leaning forward slightly while somone is speaking shows what?
Interest/engagement
If a kid ask you "Does choclate milk come from brown cows? What should you respond with?
Answers may vary
When speaking to somone, looking at them while they are talking shows what?
That you are paying attention/listening
Someone is standing near an animal but doesn't say anything. What could you ask them?
ask them?“Is there anything you would like to know about this animal?”
Someone says, “I've always wanted to have chickens.” What could you ask them?
“What interests you about having chickens?”
If a persons upper body is pointed torward you but their feet are pointed away this indicates?
ending the conversation/moving on
What is the name of a baby horse?
What is one non-verbal listening tequnique to show you are involved in conversation?
eye contact/nodding
A visitor says, “I've never been to a barnyard before.” What could you say to encourage the conversation?
“That's okay! Is there a particular animal you'd like to learn about?”
Someone tells you they have never touched a sheep. What could you say to continue the conversation?
“Would you like to learn more about sheep?”
Rapidly tapping your foot, fidgeting, or playing with your fingers is a sign of what?
Impateint/anxious
If asked "can I pet the animals" how should you respond?
no, answers may vary
This bad conversational habit happens when you interupt someone to finish their sentence for them or jump in before they are done speaking?
Cutting them off
Give an example of an opening question that could get someone talking about agriculture.
Answers may vary. Example: “Have you ever visited a farm before?”
A visitor tells you something about an animal that you already know. Instead of simply saying “yeah,” what could you do?
Ask a follow-up question or add another relevant fact.
You are talking to a visitor, but you are looking at your phone and not facing them. What does your body language communicate?
That you may not be paying attention or interested in the conversation.
Livestock are raised for many different purposes. For example, cattle can provide beef and milk what is another example of a livestock and product they produce?
answers may vary
This polite technique involves dropping a topic smoothly when you notice the other person giving short one word answers or looking away.
Reading the room/changing the subject
Start a conversation with someone who knows nothing about agriculture. Your response should include a greeting, a question, and a way to continue the conversation.
Answers will vary.
Explain two different ways you can keep a conversation going after answering someone's question.
Ask a follow-up question, share a related fact, or ask about the person's experience.
You are nervous talking to a visitor. Demonstrate body language that would still make you appear friendly, confident, and interested in the conversation.
Student demonstrates appropriate eye contact, posture, facial expression, and attention.
A visitor asks, “Why do farmers raise livestock?” Give a complete answer that includes at least two products or benefits livestock can provide.
Answers may include food products such as meat, milk, and eggs, as well as fiber such as wool and other agricultural products.