🗣️ Part 1: Gossip Vocabulary & Phrases

1. Match each gossip word with its meaning:

rumor

whisper

overhear

exaggerate

drama

make something sound bigger than it is

speak very quietly

exciting or emotional situation

accidentally hear something

unconfirmed story about someone

2. Complete these gossip conversation starters:

a) "Did you hear the __________ about Maria's new job?"

b) "People have been __________ that the store is closing."

c) "I don't want to spread __________, but I heard something interesting."

d) "I accidentally __________ Tom talking about his vacation plans."

3. Which phrases would you use to start sharing gossip? Check all that apply:

"Did you hear what happened to...?"

"What's the weather like?"

"I heard the most interesting thing..."

"You'll never guess what I found out!"

"How much does this cost?"

🎭 Part 2: Role-Play Practice

4. Read this scenario and write what you would say:

Scenario: You overheard your neighbor talking about selling their house. You want to tell your friend about it.

How would you start the conversation?

What details would you share?

5. Your friend responds with surprise: "Really? Are you sure?" How would you continue the conversation?

"Yes, I heard them talking to a real estate agent."

"No, I'm probably wrong."

"I don't know anything about it."

"Well, that's what people are saying."

6. Write three questions you could ask to keep a gossip conversation going:

a) _________________________________________________

b) _________________________________________________

c) _________________________________________________

💭 Part 3: Reflection & Opinion

7. Do you think gossip is good or bad? Circle your answer and explain why:

Good

Bad

Sometimes good, sometimes bad

Explain your choice:

8. What advice would you give to someone who loves to gossip?

Gossip Conversation Practice

Gossip Conversation Practice

🗣️ Part 1: Gossip Vocabulary & Phrases

🎭 Part 2: Role-Play Practice

💭 Part 3: Reflection & Opinion

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