"We really liked going to the pool last week." What is missing in that statement?
The WHO!
Is it a good time to make a joke when class is starting?
Not a good time
What are the four important details to include in a background brief?
Who, what , when, and where.
"Yesterday, I built a robot at my house." What is missing from this statement?
NOTHING!
"I don't want to be your partner!" Is that an example of direct or indirect language?
Direct language
We use indirect language when we want to deliver bad news. True or False?
True
What does "These new shoes cost me an arm and a leg" mean?
They were expensive
We use direct language to make a point. True or False?
True
You can use the same humor with an acquaintance that you would with a close friend. True or False?
False
"I might be wrong, but I think the test is tomorrow." Is that an example of direct or indirect language?
Indirect language
What does "I'm on cloud 9" mean?
Happy, excited etc...
"Free choice in class is the worst!" Sarcastic or not sarcastic?
Sarcastic
It is okay to make fun of other people. True or False?
False
"Another quiz today, I can hardly wait?" Sarcastic or not sarcastic?
Sarcastic
What does "The party is a surprise so don't let the cat out of the bag" mean?
Keep a secret
Think about time and place before making a joke. True or False
True
Sarcasm is when people say the opposite of what they mean. True or False?
True
How can you tell that someone is being sarcastic?
Facial expressions, tone of voice, and the words that they use
"My brother and I went camping over the weekend." What is missing from that statement?
The WHERE!
If you're confused by something that someone said, what should you do?
,Ask them what they mean, or use context clues to figure out what they mean