"I'm going to the pool tomorrow with my brother." Name 2 or more threads in this statement.
Threads: what's happening tomorrow, the pool/swimming, brother/siblings
"Last time I went camping, I hated it. There were so many bugs and I was so sweaty, it felt gross." Cut/Strengthen
Cut: what kind of vacation do you prefer? I like indoor stuff better, too (if true). / Strengthen: ugh, camping is the worst! [share a story of your own]
"I want to play Hogwarts: Legacy, but it's not coming out on Switch until the summer." Name 2 or more threads.
Threads: Harry Potter, Switch gaming, a game you are looking forward to, a question about Legacy
"What are you up to this weekend?" Give an answer with at least 2 threads for your partner.
What were your threads?
"What's new lately?" Give an answer with at least 2 threads for your partner.
What were your threads?
"How's school going?" Give an answer with at least 2 threads for your partner.
What were your threads?
"I'm really passionate about animals. I volunteer at the animal shelter on the weekends." Name 2 or more threads.
Threads: animals/pets, volunteering, something you are passionate about, ask more about their feelings
"My parents made me take piano lessons when I was a kid. At first I hated it, but now I actually really like being able to play music." Cut/Strengthen
Cut by using new threads: other hobbies, strict parents, childhood interests / Strengthen with compliment, ask more, share what music/instrument you like
"I kinda want a new iPhone but maybe the Pixel also looks really good." Cut/Strengthen
Cut: something you're shopping for or thinking of buying, saving money / Strengthen by ask about features, share what you have/like/want, smartphone news
