A small talk with others doesn't have to be painful, even if it's with your boss. Believe it or not, it can be fun. A small talk with others is also an art and you can learn a lot from it.

Here's how to enjoy making a small talk.

1. Understand current events(时事). Make a small talk about news, sports, weather, or politics. Of course, politics will not make all men happy.

2.Make a talk about a piece of clothing. Ask where it comes from or other questions

3.Share an anecdote about your day. Did you lose your keys or find $10? Maybe you ate at a new restaurant recently, or found a great new CD. When you make a small talk, you will share the little things in life with others.

4.Ask what movies or books they’ve seen or read recently. Someone once asked me that a party. And we had a good conversation about the book I was reading

5.Talk about TV. Share your favourite TV shows- they are interesting to discuss! Make a small talk about pop culture. It is easy and fun.

6.Recall your past conversations with the same person. Ask if his son is still ill or how the holiday went. A small talk with others is easier when your memory is good.

7.Relax. Enjoy yourself.

If you use these tips for making a small talk, you'll be relaxed.

【小题1】How many tips does the speaker talk about?

A．5.

B．6.

C．7.

D．8.

【小题2】What topic may not make all people happy when making a small talk?

A．News.

B．Sports.

C．Politics.

D．Pop culture.

【小题3】The meaning of the underlined word "anecdote" is ________.

A．趣事

B．言行录

C．秘史

D．丑闻

【小题4】When you make a small talk with others, you should ________ according to the passage.

A．wear good clothes

B．be careful

C．read them a book

D．relax

【小题5】Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A．A small talk with others is also an art.

B．A small talk can make you share the little things in life with others.

C．It's boring to discuss TV shows when making a small talk.

D．A small talk is harder if you haven't met the speaker before.