Is talking about being sick a good small talk topic?
No
Is money a good small talk topic?
No
Make small talk about a hobby.
Example: Do you like surfing?
Is talking about weather a good small talk topic?
Yes
Say it in a polite way: Move! (out of the way)
Excuse me, could you move a little bit please?
Is it polite to tell someone they don't look good?
No
Is telling someone they look tired good small talk?
No
What would you say if you can't see the words on the board?
Excuse me... Can you move aside please?
Is talking about religion a good small talk topic?
No
Is talking about parents who are divorced a good small talk topic?
No
Say it in a polite way: Wait (on the phone)
Could you hold please.
What do you say if you need the toilet?
Can I go to the toilet/bathroom/WC Ladies/Men's room please?
Is talking about the weekend a good small talk topic?
Yes
Say it in a polite way: Stop it!
Would you mind....
Is talking about school or work a good small talk topic?
Yes
Make a polite comment about the weather.
Example: Are you enjoying the warm weather?