What is small talk? It means that the conversation is about some little things, which are not important. You can make small talk when waiting in line in the supermarket, or while waiting for the bus. Though the topics in small talk are not important, small talk itself is very important. It makes other people feel relaxed, it breaks the silence, it shows friendliness and good manners, and it makes time pass pleasantly.

In small talk, it is important to remember to smile and keep the conversation relaxed. It's also good to show a sense of humor. You could talk about the weather, an interesting story in the news or on television, a sports event, a play or movie, or you could ask parents about their baby.

What shouldn't you talk about? You should try not talk about politics or religion. Also, you should try not to talk too long on a subject or ask questions that are too personal. Give other people a chance to speak and listen to what they say. If you two have different opinions on a topic, change it.

根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，回答下列問(wèn)題。

（1）. What does small talk mean?

______________________________________________________________.

（2.） Is small talk important? Give one example.

______________________________________________________________.

（3.） What should you remember if you make small talk with other people?

______________________________________________________________.

（4）. Can you talk about the weather in small talk? Why?

______________________________________________________________.

（5）. What shouldn't you talk in small talk?

______________________________________________________________.
答案：
解析：

 （1）It means that the conversation is about some little things, which are not important.

（2）Yes, it is. When we wait for a bus, small talk can make time pass pleasantly.

（3）To smile and keep the conversation relaxed. It's also good to show a sense of humor.

（4）Yes. Because it can break the silence.（答案不惟一）

（5）We shouldn't talk about politics, religion or ask questions that are too personal.


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