- Introduce yourself to a partner
Have a short conversation
Close the conversation politely
- Start a conversation with a
person you haven’t seen for a while
Respond appropriately to good news or bad news
Ask questions to get more information
- Ask your partner for advice
Listen to advice/suggestions
Respond to advice/suggestions
- Give your partner advice
Make suggestions
Respond to his/her concerns
- Give your opinion on a
particular course of action
Support your opinion
- Ask yes/no questions
Respond to yes/no questions appropriately
- Make invitations and offers
Respond positively or negatively (but politely)
- Make requests
Respond positively or negatively (but politely)
- Explore the pros and cons of an
issue
Discuss your opinions in detail
- Choose the best option for a
course of action
Tell why your choice is better than the alternatives
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