Small Talk and First Time Conversations

PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
Directions: Practice saying the words with
your tutor.

0-1 people /

0-2 interested /ntrstd/

0-3 worry /w r /
0-4 weather /wer/
0-5 remember /rmembr/
Audio Pronunciation Guide
Theyre enjoy ng a great conversat on.

EXERCISE 1: Unlocking Word Meanings

Directions: Read and learn new words and expressions with your tutor.

1-1 observe [verb] to watch carefully

[Example:] The teacher observed the students during the exam.

1-2 worry [verb] to feel nervous

[Exam e:] Dont worry about your test score.

1-3 simple [adjective] can be done easily

[Example:] This is a simple recipe for cookies.

1-4 practice [noun] something that is done again and again

[Example:] We will have swimming practice later.

1-5 remember [verb] to bring to mind

[Example:] Can you remember her name?

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EXERCISE 2: Article
Directions: Read the article per paragraph.
After each paragraph there is a statement, identify if this is TRUE/FALSE.

Small Talk and First Time Conversations

Small talk conversations about little things like weather and traffic is important when meeting
people for the first time. It helps us discover if the person we are talking to is interested in us or not. Through
small talk, we can observe the other persons body language and see if theyre having a good time.
2-1 TRUE/FALSE: Difficult things like politics are discussed during small talk.

Most people worry about what to say during their first conversations with people. They talk about
themselves because they want to appear interesting. But the secret to good conversations is simple: be
interested in the person you are talking to. People appreciate the attention, and it helps them relax.
2-2 TRUE/FALSE: Most people are excited when talking to others for the first time.

Start by having small talk about the weather or the other persons hometown. Listen well, and show
interest in their answers. Being a good listener takes practice, so dont hurry. Just remember to focus on the
person you are talking to, and be yourself. These tips will help you have good conversations with anyone.
2-3 TRUE/FALSE: According to this paragraph, it takes time to become a good listener.

EXERCISE 3: What is the correct word?

Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct word or expression.

weather

first

secret

more

like

3-1 We will meet for the _____ time.

__________

3-2 I _____ her new shoes.

_____

3-3 She wants to tell you a _____.

_____

3-4 The _____ today is rainy.

_____

3-5 He is _____ interesting than Sarah.

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_____

CHALLENGE ROUND
EXERCISE 4: Do you AGREE or DISAGREE?
Directions: Read the statements below.
Decide if you AGREE or DISAGREE and tell your tutor WHY.

4-1 It is easy to listen to other people.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

4-2 Talking about the weather is a good way to start a conversation.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

4-3 Body language can show if a person is enjoying a conversation.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

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