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Is it respectful to stay on topic during a conversation? why or why not?

Yes, it is respectful to stay on topic although you can introduce different topics as well.

Why is it a positive thing to make good eye contact during a conversation?

Because it shows you're paying attention and you're interested.

Is the conversation a better experience for people if they speak on the same topic?

Yes, it can be a better experience.

Say a sentence which connects to what a friend may say: "I enjoyed my lunch today".

"What did you have for lunch?", "What did you like about it?"

How do you keep a conversation on topic?

You can keep a conversation on topic by saying connecting comments.

Give an example of how to connect the conversation with a comment, "I found $10 in my couch".

"How did it feel to find the money?", "What did you do next?"

Generally, do people like when you listen to them?

Yes, people generally like when you listen to them.

True or False - If you don't connect comments in a conversation people may become frustrated.

Yes, they may become frustrated.

It is okay to tell someone you're too tired or stressed out to talk and you'll talk to them later?

Yes, it's okay to let them know how you're feeling and you'll talk to them later.

How should your body be facing when you are having a conversation with another person?

It's best to face the person so they can see you looking at them.

Where should you be looking during a conversation?

It shows respect when you look another person in the eyes.

Why should you avoid negative comments during a conversation?

It good to highlight positivity to keep the conversation fun but sometimes it is necessary to show negative points.

What topic do you like to talk about?

your answer is great!

What sentence connects to "I like New Bridges teachers."?

"New Bridges teachers, assistants, and speech therapists are so helpful".

Give an example of a comment that is connected to "What a blizzard we had yesterday".

..... blizzard, winter ....

How can people feel when the topic doesn't connect in a conversation?

They can feel lost in the conversation or confused.

Does taking turns in a conversation make everyone feel like they're equally involved?

Yes, it can.

True or False - It is respectful to stay on the same topic when having a conversation.

True.

What is a good way to connect this sentence "I found a dog yesterday." ("I like macaroni" OR "Did you name the dog?")

"Did you name the dog?"

If we don't connect our comments during conversations people may become (PICK ONE: confused or contagious).

People may become confused if we don't connect our comments.

In conversations we make comments that fit together like a (pick one) roller coaster or puzzle?

puzzle

What is one way to keep conversations going smoothly?

Keep the conversation on the same topic