Conversation Topics

What are some topics that are safe to discuss with new people?

• Controversial current events

• Politics and religion

• Interests, hobbies, travel, food, and general observations.

• Personal financial issues

How can you politely change the subject if a conversation gets uncomfortable?

• Acknowledge the discomfort and introduce a new topic.

• Ignore the discomfort and continue talking about the same topic.

• Change the subject abruptly without any explanation.

• Make a joke about the uncomfortable topic to lighten the mood.

How can you handle a conversation with someone much older than you?

• Use slang and informal language throughout the conversation

• Interrupt frequently to assert your point

• Show respect, listen actively, and engage thoughtfully.

• Avoid eye contact to seem disinterested

How can body language affect a conversation?

• Body language affects a conversation by influencing perceptions, emotions, and the overall connection between participants.

• Body language has no impact on conversations.

• Body language only affects physical interactions, not verbal ones.

• Body language is irrelevant to emotional connections.

In PART 1, there is usually a conversation on everyday topics.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In this part of the test, you will listen to a conversation between students (and a teacher) on academic topics.

• Part 1

• Part 2

• Part 3

• Part 4

It is okay to use small talk when you are waiting in a long line.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a good topic to start a conversation with someone you just met?

• A) Politics

• B) Weather

• C) Personal finances

• D) Religion

What is an appropriate way to end a conversation politely?

• A) Walk away without saying anything

• B) Say 'I have to go now, it was nice talking to you.'

• C) Interrupt the other person and leave

• D) Change the subject abruptly

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

• A) She don't like coffee.

• B) He go to school every day.

• C) They is playing soccer.

• D) We are going to the park.