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Have you heard of small talk? It ________ that the conversation is about some little things, which are not ________. You can make small talk when _________ in line in the supermarket or while waiting for the bus. Though the topics in small talk aren’t important, small talk ________ is very important. It makes people _________relaxed; It breaks the silence; It shows ________ and good manners; And it makes time pass ________.
In small talk, it’s important ________ to smile and keep the conversation relaxed. It’s also good to show a sense of humor. You could talk about the _________ , an interesting story on TV, a sports event, a play or a movie, and you could ask parents about their _________.