This is an activity about small talk and introverts. It will discuss the theme of small talk and the use of functional language in a practical real life setting.
Task 1
What is an introvert? In what ways does that make one different to an extrovert?
(Alternatively check the video at the bottom of this page.)
Task 2
What are conversation starters? Discuss and make a list of possible conversation openers.
Task 3
Check the video and see if you have guessed some of the possibilities. Do you agree?
Task 4
Task 5 (optional)
Alternative Video
Task 1
What is an introvert? In what ways does that make one different to an extrovert?
(Alternatively check the video at the bottom of this page.)
Task 2
What are conversation starters? Discuss and make a list of possible conversation openers.
Task 3
Check the video and see if you have guessed some of the possibilities. Do you agree?
Task 4
- If you were in a circus, which character would you be?
- What is the worst advice you have given?
- What is one thing you should never say at a wedding?
- What is the worst pickup line you have ever heard?
- If you could only store one type of food in your pocket, what would you carry?
- What is the worst present you have ever received and why?
- If you were a farm animal, which would you be and why?
- What is the worst first date you have ever been on?
- Have you ever stalked someone on social media?
- What is the best part about taking a selfie?
- What is your favorite celebrity scandal?
- If you could do anything illegal without getting caught, what would you do?
- What is the weirdest food combination you’ve ever tried?
- Did you have an imaginary friend? What was his/her name?
- Have you ever had a dream where everyone was in their underwear?
- Who’s your favorite comedian?
- Have you ever been on a blind date?
Alternative Video