Direct vs Indirect
Situation: You want to change the channel on the TV and the remote is closer to someone else.
You say: Hey pass me the remote.
Direct
Situation: Carrying a HEAVY bag of groceries
You Say: Oh I could use some more weight
Sarcasm
What does raining cats and dogs mean?
It is raining hard
If someone asks What did you do this weekend? How can you answer and what is a connected question you can ask back?
any related response
Is it expected or unexpected when you are interrupted to start the story/conversation all over again?
Unexpected
Situation: You want the last slice of pizza
You Say: Oh that last slice of pizza looks good, does anyone else want anymore?
Indirect
Situation: Your classmate is talking loudly while you are trying to do work
You Say: I would appreciate some peace and quiet around here
Indirect
What does break a leg mean?
Good luck
If someone asks Did you see the game last night? What is an appropriate response and follow up question/comment
any correct/related response
Listening to the teacher and following along in class while on zoom
Expected
Situation: You need help carrying boxes
You Say: These boxes are sure heavy!
Indirect
Situation: Middle of doing work and your pencil broke
You Say: The timing is just perfect
Sarcasm
What does a piece of cake mean?
Super easy
If someone comes up and says, "Ugh I forgot about the test in math today!" What is an appropriate response and follow up question/comment
any correct/related response
Listening to teachers questions when they try to help you calm down, or asking for a break when the work becomes too much at once
Expected
Situation: You are working on a project and need help
You Say: Will you help me with the project?
Direct
Situation: trying to watch your favorite show but someone else has been watching tv all day
You Say: My favorite show is on and you have been watching TV all day!
Indirect
What does hold your horses mean?
Wait a minute or to wait
If a student says, "Stop I don't like that!" What is an appropriate response/comment
any related/correct response
Typing in the chat unconnected statements, jokes, or random statements that do not connect what is going on
Unexpected
Situation: You are hungry and want to ask for food
You Say: oh a snack sounds really good right now
Indirect
Situation: friends are going somewhere but did not invite you
You Say: I have better things to do anyways
Sarcasm
What does cool as a cucumber mean?
Calm during a stressful or upsetting situation or event
If someone asks, "Did you enjoy the movie?" What is an appropriate question/comment you can make and a follow up question/comment
any correct comment or response
Getting in people's faces and making random noises
Unexpected