Introduce yourself to a partner
Have a short conversation
Close the conversation politely

Start a conversation with a person you haven't seen for a while
Respond appropriately to good news or bad news
Ask questions to get more information

Ask your partner for advice
Listen to advice/suggestions
Respond to advice/suggestions

Give your partner advice
Make suggestions
Respond to his/her concerns

Give your opinion on a particular course of action
Support your opinion

Ask yes/no questions
Respond to yes/no questions appropriately

Make invitations and offers
Respond positively or negatively (but politely)

Make requests
Respond positively or negatively (but politely)

Explore the pros and cons of an issue
Discuss your opinions in detail

Choose the best option for a course of action
Tell why your choice is better than the alternatives