题目内容：

根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

___1.____ Most start with small talk on a random day. Asking about the homework in class or complaining about your tired legs after playing in a soccer game, you found your best pal by accident. The following is a four-step guide to making small talk.

1. Getting started

Begin by talking about the surroundings, such as the weather outside or the room you are in. _____2._____.

2. Looking for topics

At this point, you and your conversation partner need to find common ground. This is a good time to ask questions or to refer back to things you’ve said or heard earlier. ____3.____The other person is probably just thinking of something to say.

3. Expanding the topic

The goal is to keep the conversation going. At every stage, you should be careful not to talk too much. But don’t let the other person dominate (支配) the conversation either. ____4._____

4. Ending politely

When ending a conversation, let the person know you’ll be leaving soon, express appreciation for the conversation and set the stage for a future conversation. For example, you could say, “I really must be going soon, but I had a great time chatting with you. ____5.___ Here’s my phone number. Call or text me if you know of any other movies you think I might enjoy.”

A. Don’t worry if it gets quiet.

B. How did your friendships begin?

C. Small talk is where all your relationships begin.

D. It’s important to mention something about yourself.

E. I really liked hearing your opinion about that new movie.

F. The purpose is to show the other person that you are willing to make a conversation.

G. If that starts to happen, mention something about yourself when he or she takes a breath