Common Experiences 1. How has the semester been going for you? 2. Do you understand the assignment that Professor Riley gave us in class? 3. What do you plan on doing your project/paper on? 4. What did you do over break? 5. What sort of plans do you have for break? 6. What did you do over the weekend? 7. Anything interesting happen this week? 8. How has work been? 9. What did you think about the school team's last game? 10. Do you know who’s going to Jenn’s party on Friday? Interests (Shared or Interests Your Crush Has) 1. What sort of movies have you seen lately? 2. Have any good book recommendations? 3. What shows have you been following? 4. What are your favorite bands/performers/songs? 5. Have you been to any great concerts lately? 6. Have you seen any good plays? 7. What did you think about the football game on Sunday? Non-Question Topics 1. Your surroundings: the weather, an interesting painting or decoration, a peculiar scenic detail 2. Interesting or humorous websites 3. Current events or news 4. Local topics: new restaurants, favorite restaurants, local zoos, nearby museums, city officials, shared neighbors, new attractions that have recently opened 5. Compliments on appearance changes: hairstyle, clothing, shoes, accessories 6. Recent experiences with friends or family 7. Humorous story about something that happened earlier in the day or week