Question

Overall, Fred and Sarah’s conversation can be described as _______________.

Answer 1

Answer:

• Overall, Fred and Sarah’s conversation can be described as impersonal, abrupt and short.

Conversation:

Fred: (waves to Sarah) Hi, umm... I just moved here. My name is Fred.

Sarah: Hi Fred. Where are you from?

Fred: Florida. The weather here in Michigan sure is cold.

Sarah: I know what you mean, I moved here from San Diego two years ago. Wait until January.

Fred: I can just imagine. Hey do you mind if I sit with you for a little while?

Sarah: No, take a seat. I’d love the company during lunch.

Fred: It’s been hard to meet anyone since I started school last week. Thanks.

Sarah: No worries. I know exactly how you feel. I moved at the end of the school year and  

didn’t get to know anyone. Then I spent the summer alone.  

Fred: Aw, bummer. It sure is tough to start a new school.  

Sarah: Yeah, but when school started again, I met some cool people.  

Fred: I am really shy about meeting new people.

Sarah: Well, I can introduce my friends to you.

(bell rings)

Fred: That would be great! Guess lunch is over. It’s been great talking to you.

Sarah: You too. Meet me here for lunch tomorrow and I’ll introduce my friends.

Fred: Great. Bye.

Sarah: Later.

Answer 2

The right answer for the question that is being asked and shown above is that: "B. interpersonal, informal, and positive." Overall, Fred and Sarah’s conversation can be described as interpersonal, informal, and positive