Part One: Warm Up
With your partner(s), make a list of common ways that people relieve stress. Try to think of at least five different methods.
Part Two: Getting Ready to Speak
Listen to a conversation between two people, Allie and Matteo. Then, discuss the following questions with your partner(s). You do not need to write anything.
- What is the relationship between Allie and Matteo?
- What is their conversation about?
- Where do you think Matteo and Allie work?
- Does the conversation flow easily and naturally? Why or why not?
Teacher's Note
Answers = 1. friends, 2. stress they’re experiencing at their workplaces, 3. Matteo—shipping department at a manufacturing company, Allie—retail store, 4. Yes, they are able to keep the conversation going by making comments about what each other says and asking follow-up questions.
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