Dont Get Stuck in a Conversation

What is the main difference between confident English speakers and learners according to Emma?

• Confident speakers know how to quickly get themselves out of trouble

• Confident speakers know more words

• Confident speakers speak more languages

• Confident speakers never get stuck

What can you say if you didn't understand someone because they spoke too fast?

• Could you write that down?

• Could you say that again a little more slowly?

• Can you speak louder?

• Can you use different words?

What should you do if you forget your words during a conversation?

• Write it down

• Ask for help

• Change the topic

• Stop talking

What phrase can you use if you need more time to think about your answer?

• That's an interesting question. Let me think for a moment.

• I know the answer.

• I don't want to answer.

• Please ask someone else.

What can you say if someone asks you something you're not comfortable with?

• I love answering questions.

• I'd rather not answer that, if that's okay.

• I don't know anything.

• That's my favorite topic.

How can you check if the person you're talking to is following you?

• Am I making sense?

• Do you want me to stop?

• Do you agree?

• Are you bored?

What should you do if there was a misunderstanding?

• Ignore it

• End the conversation

• Say 'Sorry, I think there was a misunderstanding.'

• Blame the other person

What's a good way to start a conversation with someone you've just met?

• What's your name?

• Do you come here often?

• What do you do?

• Nice weather, isn't it?

How should you respond if someone gives you a compliment?

• Ignore it.

• Thanks, I appreciate it!

• I know.

• You're lying.

How can you politely interrupt someone during a conversation?

• Stop talking.

• Sorry to interrupt, but...

• Listen to me now.

• Don't say anything more.