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Small Talk Quiz Are the following statements True or False? 1. It is common to use small talk when you are waiting in a long line-up. True False Correct:True 2. Religion is a "safe" topic when making small talk. True False Correct:False 3. It is rude for both children and adults not to make small talk with strangers. True False Correct:False 4. It is inappropriate to make small talk with your mailman. True False Correct:False 5. Sport is not a safe topic when making small talk. True False Correct:False 6. One should never compliment another person's clothes in order to make small talk. True False Correct:False 7. Politics is a controversial subject according to society. True False Correct:True 8. It is common to discuss the weather in an elevator. True False Correct:TRue 9. It is rude to interrupt a conversation in order to make small talk. True False Correct:True 10. One reason people use small talk is to eliminate an uncomfortable silence. True False Correct:True Small Talk: Conversation Starters Talking about the weather * Beautiful day, isn't it? * Can you believe all of this rain we've been having? * It looks like it's going to snow. * It sure would be nice to be in Hawaii right about now. * I hear they're calling for thunderstorms all weekend. * We couldn't ask for a nicer day, could we? * How about this weather? * Did you order this sunshine? Talking about current events * Did you catch the news today? * Did you hear about that fire on Fourth St? * What do you think about this transit strike? * I read in the paper today that the Sears Mall is closing. * I heard on the radio today that they are finally going to start building the new bridge. * How about those Reds? Do you think they're going to win tonight? At the office * Looking forward to the weekend? * Have you worked here long? * I can't believe how busy/quiet we are today, can you? * Has it been a long week? * You look like you could use a cup of coffee. * What do you think of the new computers? At a social event * So, how do you know Justin? * Have you tried the cabbage rolls that Sandy made? * Are you enjoying yourself? * It looks like you could use another drink. * Pretty nice place, huh? * I love your dress. Can I ask where you got it? Out for a walk * The tulips are sure beautiful at this time of year, aren't they. * How do you like the new park? * Nice day to be outside, isn't it? Waiting somewhere * I didn't think it would be so busy today. * You look like you've got your hands full (with children or goods). * The bus must be running late today. * It looks like we are going to be here a while, huh? * I'll have to remember not to come here on Mondays. * How long have you been waiting? |