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What is the first step to improve English speaking fluency mentioned in the content?
What is the first step to improve English speaking fluency mentioned in the content?
- Expand your vocabulary
- Active listening (correct)
- Reading extensively
- Practice speaking in front of a mirror
What can happen when you do not actively listen during a conversation?
What can happen when you do not actively listen during a conversation?
- You may zone out or let your mind wander (correct)
- You will create more engaging dialogue
- You will speak more confidently
- You will remember every detail of the conversation
Which strategy is NOT recommended for maintaining focus while listening?
Which strategy is NOT recommended for maintaining focus while listening?
- Think about your next response while they talk (correct)
- Concentrate on their lips
- Pay attention to the speaker's body language
- Focus on the speaker's eyes
What is a benefit of becoming an active listener?
What is a benefit of becoming an active listener?
What should you focus on to help improve your active listening skills?
What should you focus on to help improve your active listening skills?
What phrase describes the moment when someone's attention drifts during a conversation?
What phrase describes the moment when someone's attention drifts during a conversation?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to bring your attention back when your mind wanders?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to bring your attention back when your mind wanders?
How can active listening contribute to a smoother conversation?
How can active listening contribute to a smoother conversation?
What is the primary focus when engaging in a conversation with someone?
What is the primary focus when engaging in a conversation with someone?
Which method is suggested for showing interest in someone during a conversation?
Which method is suggested for showing interest in someone during a conversation?
What is a suggested number of questions to ask about someone's trip?
What is a suggested number of questions to ask about someone's trip?
What are good categories for generating questions about a trip?
What are good categories for generating questions about a trip?
Why is structure important in conversation?
Why is structure important in conversation?
What should the introduction in a conversation accomplish?
What should the introduction in a conversation accomplish?
What is the purpose of the body of a conversation?
What is the purpose of the body of a conversation?
How can you end a conversation effectively?
How can you end a conversation effectively?
Which questioning technique can keep a conversation flowing?
Which questioning technique can keep a conversation flowing?
What is recommended to practice to improve conversation skills?
What is recommended to practice to improve conversation skills?
Which of the following is NOT a WH question?
Which of the following is NOT a WH question?
Why should you not just ask questions in a conversation?
Why should you not just ask questions in a conversation?
What is an effective conclusion for a conversation?
What is an effective conclusion for a conversation?
Flashcards
Active Listening
Active Listening
Paying full attention to what someone is saying, including their words, body language, and expressions.
Mind Wandering
Mind Wandering
When your thoughts drift away from the current conversation.
English Fluency
English Fluency
The ability to speak English smoothly and confidently.
Improve Speaking Skills
Improve Speaking Skills
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Active Listener
Active Listener
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Conversation Silences
Conversation Silences
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Body Language
Body Language
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Questions & Clarifications
Questions & Clarifications
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Being interested, not just interesting
Being interested, not just interesting
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Asking questions
Asking questions
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Conversation Categories
Conversation Categories
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Structuring Ideas
Structuring Ideas
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Introduction (in a conversation)
Introduction (in a conversation)
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Body (in a conversation)
Body (in a conversation)
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Conclusion (in a conversation)
Conclusion (in a conversation)
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WH Questions (in conversation)
WH Questions (in conversation)
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Fluent Speech
Fluent Speech
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Confident conversations
Confident conversations
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Practice makes perfect
Practice makes perfect
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Improving your conversation skills
Improving your conversation skills
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Formal Introductions
Formal Introductions
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Casual Introductions
Casual Introductions
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Important Questions
Important Questions
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Study Notes
Improving Fluency in English
- Fluency requires vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and listening skills.
- Active listening is crucial for confident responses.
- Wandering thoughts during conversation hinder fluency.
- To actively listen, focus on speaker's body language, facial expressions.
- Instantly redirect attention back to speaker when mind wanders.
Active Listening
- Asking clarifying questions and noting details during listening is helpful.
- Listen attentively to show respect, and improve relationships.
- Focus on the speaker's lips, eyes, face, and body language.
Showing Interest
- Focus on the speaker's interests more than on your own.
- Asking questions show interest in a conversation partner.
- Example categories for questions about a trip include transportation, food, weather, entertainment, people, nature, likes/dislikes, recommendations, and future travel plans.
Structuring Ideas
- Structure conversations like other forms of communication (videos, books, meetings).
- Introduce the topic in a clear and engaging way to prepare the listener.
- Main points are elaborated in the body, using WH-questions (Who, What, When, Where, Why, How) to elaborate.
- Conclude by summarizing the information to end effectively.
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