Greetings & Introductions
Small Talk
Polite Words & Manners
Conversation Skills
Ending Conversations
100

What do you say when you meet someone for the first time?

Hello, my name is…
Nice to meet you.

100

What is a safe, easy topic to talk about with new people?

The weather.

100

What do you say when someone gives you something?

“Thank you.”

100

When someone else is talking, what should you do?

Listen.
100

What can you say when you need to leave?

“I have to go now, bye!”

200

What do you say when you see your teacher in the morning?

Good morning!

200

If someone asks, “What did you do this weekend?” name one thing you could say.

Ex. “I watched TV” / “I went for a walk.”

200

What do you say if you bump into someone?

“Sorry” or “Excuse me.”

200

Should you interrupt someone when they are talking?

No.

200

What can you say if you want to stop talking politely?

“It was nice talking to you.”

300

If someone says “Hi, how are you?” what can you say back?

“I’m good, how are you?”

300

What is something you can ask about music?

“What kind of music do you like?”

300

What do you say when you want something politely?

“Please.”

300

What should you do with your eyes to show you are listening?

Look at the person.

300

What could you say to end a phone call?

“Thanks, goodbye.”

400

What can you do with your hand when meeting someone new?

Shake hands (or wave).

400

What is something you can ask about food?

“What’s your favorite food?”

400

What do you say if you need someone to move?

“Excuse me.”

400

How can you show you are interested in what someone is saying?

Nod, smile, or say “uh-huh.”

400

What could you say if you don’t want to keep talking but want to be polite?

“I’ll see you later.”

500

What do you say when leaving at the end of the day?

“Goodbye” or “See you tomorrow.”

500

If someone says, “It’s really cold today,” what can you say back?

“Yes, it is!” / “I know, I wore my coat.”
/ "I love/hate the cold!"

500

What do you say if you make a mistake?

“I’m sorry.”

500

If you want to join a conversation, what could you say?

“Can I join?” or “That sounds fun.”

500

What polite words can you use before walking away?

"Please excuse me."