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Greetings Based on Time of Day  SESSION  9  Asking Questions I

 It is also customary to adjust greetings according to the time of day:  Asking questions is crucial for gaining information, clarifying doubts, and ensuring effective communication.
   Morning (from early morning to 11:59 am): “Good morning”  It helps you gather the necessary details and prevents misunderstandings. Here’s a breakdown of why asking
   Afternoon (12 pm to around 5 pm): “Good afternoon”  questions is important and how to do it effectively.

   Evening (5 pm to midnight): “Good evening”  NEED FOR ASKING QUESTIONS
 Notes           Questions are essential for:


 “Good night” is used at the end of a conversation, rather than as a greeting.    Acquiring Knowledge: To learn new information or understand concepts.
                   Verification: To confirm the accuracy of information.
                   Clarification: To avoid confusion and misunderstandings.
 INTRODUCING YOURSELF AND OTHERS    Engagement: To initiate conversations and gather opinions.

 Introductions are used to share information about ourselves or others to those who are unfamiliar. When   USING THE 5W+1H METHOD
 meeting someone new, introduce yourself by sharing your name and a bit of personal information, such as   To ensure you have comprehensive information, use the “5W+1H” method. This approach helps you cover all
 your profession, interests, or background. Maintain eye contact and smile during the introduction. Examples   aspects of a situation by asking specific types of questions.
 include:

   Self-Introduction: “Hello, I’m Priya Sharma. I work as a graphic designer and I love painting in my free time.”  Question Word  Usage  Example
                 Who                  To ask about people                      Who is responsible for this project?
   Introducing Others: “This is Rajesh, a software engineer. We’ve known each other since college, and he’s
 a fantastic cook.”  Where            To ask about a place                     Where is the meeting taking place?
                 When                 To ask about time                        When does the event start?
 SESSION  8  Talking About Self  What  To ask about a thing, idea, or action   What are the requirements for the task?
                 Why                  To find the reason or cause              Why was the decision made?
 When you meet someone new or need to provide personal details, you often have to introduce yourself or fill   How  To inquire about the method or process  How can I improve my presentation skills?
 out forms with information about yourself. Here’s how you can effectively talk about yourself and fill out forms.
 TALKING ABOUT YOURSELF  SESSION     10  Asking Questions II

 When introducing yourself, start by sharing your name, followed by additional details such as your occupation,
 age, residence, and interests. Use nouns and verbs to make your introduction clear.  Questions are essential tools for obtaining information and assessing knowledge. They come in two main types:
                 close-ended and open-ended. Each type serves a different purpose and requires different framing techniques.
   Nouns: Naming words for people, places, things, or ideas. Examples include Sarah, Bangalore, soccer, and
 painting.         TYPES OF QUESTIONS
    Verbs: Action words that describe what the noun does. Examples are read, enjoy, play, and dance. Verbs   1.  Close-ended Questions: These questions can be answered with a simple “yes” or “no,” or another limited
 with an ‘-ing’ ending can also function as nouns, such as swimming or jogging.  set of responses. They are used when you need specific, concise information.

 FILLING OUT A FORM  2.  Open-ended Questions: These questions require more detailed answers and cannot be answered with
                   just “yes” or “no.” They encourage elaboration and provide richer information.
 When filling out a form, carefully read each field and provide accurate information. Ensure your handwriting
 is clear and your spelling is correct. Common fields in a form include:  Framing Close-ended Questions
   Name: Your full name, including first name, middle name (if any), and last name.  Close-ended questions often use auxiliary (helping) verbs such as Be, Do, Have, and modal verbs like Can,
   Date of Birth: The day you were born, usually written as day-month-year. For example, 15 August 2005.  Should, Could. These verbs help in forming questions that require a simple affirmative or negative response.
   Address: Your complete postal address, including house number, street name, locality, and city.  Sentence  Close-ended Question

   PIN Code: A numerical code assigned to your area by the postal service.  They work on weekends.  Do they work on weekends?
   Signature: Your handwritten name or initials.  She enjoys reading.  Does she enjoy reading?
                             You can speak Spanish.           Can you speak Spanish?
                             They went to the event.          Did they go to the event?



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