Talk about it
- What holidays are important for you and your family to celebrate? Why?
- Why are they important to you?
- When do you celebrate?
- How do you celebrate?
- Do you eat special food or wear special clothes?
- What activities do you do?
- Are there any holidays that you celebrate that most Americans don't? Describe them.
- Are there any American holidays that you choose not to celebrate? Why?
Here are some expressions you can use:
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Giving your opinion |
So I think… It seems to me… In my experience/country/family… |
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Checking |
Do you mean….? Are you asking…? Are you talking about…? |
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Thinking time |
Hmmmmm… Let me think (about that). I’m not really sure… I haven’t really thought about that before. |
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Complimenting |
That’s a good question. Good point. |
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Choosing not to answer |
(Change the subject.) It's so hot/cold/rainy today! Hmm, that’s a little personal. I’d rather not talk about that. |
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Involving other people |
What do you think? How about you? |