Small Talk Tips: Part 2 FREE TIME AND ACTIVITIES

Why is discussing hobbies and free time activities considered a great way to connect with others?

• It allows you to show off your own skills.

• It is a formal way to start a conversation.

• Everyone has hobbies and enjoys talking about them.

• It helps to avoid awkward silences.

What is a more casual way to ask someone about their hobbies?

• What are your hobbies?

• What do you do in your leisure time?

• What do you get up to outside work?

• What hobbies do you enjoy?

What should you do when someone shares their hobbies with you?

• Change the topic to something else.

• Ask follow-up questions to learn more.

• End the conversation politely.

• Immediately share your own hobbies.

If someone doesn't ask you about your hobbies, what should you do?

• Ignore the topic completely.

• Wait for them to ask.

• Ask them why they haven't asked you.

• Politely introduce your hobbies into the conversation.

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'get up to'?

• To start a new hobby.

• To finish a task.

• To do or engage in activities.

• To wake up early.

In the role play, what activity does Aubrey mention she is currently spending time on?

• Gardening

• Cooking

• Reading

• Painting

What type of podcast does the speaker mention being obsessed with?

• A true crime podcast

• A fantasy improv comedy podcast

• A science fiction podcast

• A historical podcast