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.

  1. What is the relationship between Allie and Matteo?
  2. What is their conversation about?
  3. Where do you think Matteo and Allie work?
  4. 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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