Friend Finder
What is one question you can ask to learn someone’s interests?
“What do you like to do for fun?"
What is a polite way to introduce yourself to someone new?
“Hi, I’m ___, nice to meet you.”
What is an “I feel” statement?
A calm way to explain feelings, like “I felt upset when…”
What is a follow-up question?
A question connected to what the other person just said
What should you do if someone accidentally interrupts you?
Wait calmly or politely say, “Can I finish my thought?
Name a way to tell if someone likes the same things as you.
They seem excited, keep talking about it, smile, or say they like it too
Name one body language behavior that shows confidence.
Standing up straight, smiling, eye contact, or facing the person.
Give an example of calmly telling someone something bothered you.
“I felt left out when nobody told me about the plan.”
What can happen if only one person talks the whole time?
The other person may feel ignored or bored.
How can you tell if someone wants personal space?
They step back, look uncomfortable, avoid eye contact, or stop responding.
What should you do if you and a classmate both enjoy the same hobby?
Continue the conversation, ask more questions, or suggest doing it together sometime.
What could you say after telling someone your name?
Ask their name or ask a simple question like “What class do you have next?”
Why is it important to stay calm during difficult conversations?
Staying calm helps people listen and prevents arguments from getting worse.
Give an example of changing topics politely.
“That reminds me of something…” or “Speaking of that…”
What is a respectful way to join a group conversation?
Listen first, wait for a pause, then join politely.
Give an example of a topic to talk about with a new friend.
School, hobbies, pets, music, sports, movies, or favorite foods.
Why is eye contact helpful during introductions?
It shows attention, confidence, and friendliness.
What is a good time/place to bring up a serious topic?
In private and when both people are calm.
What are two things you should NOT do during a conversation?
interrupt, look at your phone, talk over others, or ignore responses.
Why is it important to think before responding when upset?
It helps avoid saying something hurtful or making the problem worse.
Why is it important to listen when finding common ground?
Listening helps you learn about the other person and build a connection.
What should you avoid doing when meeting someone for the first time?
Interrupting, oversharing, ignoring them, or being rude.
What should you do if the other person disagrees with you?
Listen respectfully and respond calmly instead of arguing.
What is a good way to keep a conversation going if there is an awkward silence?
Ask a question or bring up a related topic.
Why is it important to notice facial expressions and tone of voice?
They help you understand how someone feels.