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Q.7 Read the following passage carefully: 8

1. Conversation is indeed the most easily teachable of all arts. All you need to do in order to

become a good conversationalist is to find a subject that interests you and your listeners.

There are, for example, numberless hobbies to talk about. But the important thing is that you

must talk about other fellow’s hobby rather than your own. Therein lies the secret of your

popularity. Talk to your friends about the things that interest them, and you will get a

reputation for good fellowship, charming wit, and a brilliant mind. There is nothing that

pleases people so much as your interest in their interest.

2. It is just as important to know what subjects to avoid and what subjects to select for good

conversation. If you don’t want to be set down as a wet blanket or a bore, be careful to avoid

certain unpleasant subjects. Avoid talking about yourself, unless you are asked to do so.

People are interested in their own problems not in yours. Sickness or death bores everybody.

The only one who willingly listens to such talk is the doctor, but he gets paid for it.

3. To be a good conversationalist you must know not only what to say, but how also to say it.

Be mentally quick and witty. But don’t hurt others with your wit. Finally try to avoid

mannerism in your conversation. Don’t bite your lips or click your tongue, or roll your eyes

or use your hands excessively as you speak.

4. Don’t be like that Frenchman who said, “How can I talk if you hold my hand?”

1.1 On the basis of your reading the above passage,make notes on it, using abbreviations

wherever necessary. Supply a suitable title also. 5 marks

1.2 Write down the summary of the passage in about 80 words. 3 marks​

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