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Ep 10: Small talk

Ep 10: Small talk

ABC Education

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Warm-up Questions

What topics do people usually talk about in small talk?
Do you enjoy making small talk with coworkers or new people? Why or why not?
What are some common small-talk questions people ask on a Monday?

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Ep 10: Small talk

Weekend chat and starting a new job (00:00 – 00:40)

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1. How was the speaker's weekend?

Busy but fun
Mostly spent at work
Boring and quiet
Stressful and disappointing

2. Why did the other speaker have a relaxing weekend?

They were sick
They had no plans with anyone
They wanted to rest at home with family after a big week
They went on a trip

3. How does the speaker describe the new job experience?

Not very interesting
Almost the same as the old job
A steep learning curve
Easy from the beginning

Ep 10: Small talk

Department changes and pay (00:40 – 01:03)

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1. Why did the speaker change departments?

A friend asked them to move
They wanted shorter working hours
A new role appeared and was interesting
The old department closed

2. What extra benefit came with the new role?

Less responsibility
A company car
A pay rise
More vacation time

3. Why does the speaker say the increase in pay is justified?

Because the role has more responsibility
Because the job is easier
Because the speaker has worked there for many years
Because everyone got one

Ep 10: Small talk

Living with parents and ending the conversation (01:03 – 02:01)

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1. Why is the speaker living with their parents again?

They are taking care of their parents
They are saving for travel
They moved there for the new job
They lost their home

2. How do the speaker's parents feel about them moving back?

They are angry
They do not care
They are over the moon
They are unsure

3. How does the other speaker keep in touch with their parents now?

They only text on holidays
They catch up once a month for lunch
They call every day
They live with them

Ep 10: Small talk

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1. What is the main purpose of the conversation?

To discuss a business contract
To solve a serious workplace problem
To plan a family event
To practice friendly small talk between coworkers

2. Which topic is NOT discussed in the conversation?

Living with parents
Holiday travel abroad
Work changes
Weekends

3. What tone best describes the conversation?

Friendly and casual
Sad and emotional
Formal and tense
Angry and argumentative

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

Ep 10: Small talk

What are some good small-talk topics at work?
Have you ever had a steep learning curve in a new job, class, or activity? What was it like?
Would you be happy to live with your parents again, or would you prefer to live alone? Why?
How do you usually keep in touch with family or old friends?

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