Module 1　Small Talk

　　伏尔泰曾说过，"如果一个人无话可说，那他的谈话一定很无趣。"而干涩的开场白很难引出有趣的对白，实际上，聊天也是一门艺术，我们需要了解聊天的技巧......

　　What is small talk？Small talk is pleasant conversation about common interests.The ability to make small talk is highly valued.The following is something before starting small talk and potential conversation starters.

　　Three Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting the Conversation：

　　1．Is this a "yes" or "no" question？If it is，is there a better way to present the question that might lead to a more in­depth conversation?

　　2．Is this question too personal？Might it make the person being asked uncomfortable？If so，how can I present the question in a non­threatening way?

　　3．Is this a question I'd want to answer myself？If not，how can I change the question to make it more inviting?

　　Potential Conversation Starters：

　　Popular Culture

　　·Who was your favorite singer on last night's episode(一集)of The Voice?

　　·How did you become a Green Bay Packers fan?

　　·What did you think of the new Mumford & Sons album?

　　Family and Friends

　　·Did you enjoy growing up in the Midwest?

　　·What do you like to do with friends in your spare time?

　　·Do you have to travel far to visit your brothers or sisters?

Free Time and Hobbies