Small Talk

Clue: Another way of saying "How are you?"

Don’t worry, small talk can even be a challenge for native speakers. We’re all _________________ as they say. The good news is that we have some tips to make small talk much, much easier!

What do you call a person who likes to pry into something?

• Backbiter

• Nosey

• Eavesdropper

• Through the grapevine

Complete all 5W + 1H.

Involves asking & giving opinions: a) Forceful b) Neutral c) __________ (hesitation)

Choose the correct phrase for expressing agreement.

• That's out of the question.

• Precisely

• I would not say that

• You are right there

Choose a strong way of making a suggestion.

• I think we should...

• I suggest that we...

• My recommendation is...

• We must...

Complete the ice breaker:

____________________ about your country.

Choose the best response:

"Hey, nice to meet you! So, how much money do you make?"

• Oh, you know, enough to get by! So, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?

• Well, I make enough to buy a yacht and a private jet, but who's counting, right?

• Why do you want to know? Are you planning on asking for a loan or something?

• Oh, not much. Just rolling in cash, you know? But let's talk about something more interesting, like your dating life.

Choose the best response:

"Hey, do you mind if I ask about your recent weight gain?"

• Well, I've been stress eating a lot lately, but thanks for bringing it up.

• Oh, I don't mind discussing it at all! Let's break down my entire diet and exercise routine, shall we?

• I appreciate your concern, but I'd prefer not to discuss my weight. How about we chat about something else, like that new restaurant that just opened up?

• Sure, let's talk about it. But first, can you tell me how much you weigh?