We can always start out with “small __ 26 ” when socializing. Take this in two ways: small comments and small situations. Here’ what that ___ 27 : Start out with small comments--- in other words, don’t wait to make ____ 28_ ___, earth-shattering statements to burst into the part with. If you do, you’ll be that ___ 29 ___ guy that bursts into the ___ 30 ____, taking it to the next level the party was not ____ 31_ ___ for. Instead, get your foot in the door with an “I agree,” “ totally,” or even an “ I’m not so sure about that.” As with anything, ease into it. Start out with small situations—like in line at the café. If socializing ____ 32 ______ you out, it’s best to do it in places where it will end almost _______ 33_ _. Think of little opportunities that you could take--- talking to your cashier at the ____34_____, people you see on the street or at the bus stop, or whoever you’re next to in any line. 5 minutes and it’ll all be over with, which is way less ____35___ than an entire night. A. stresses B. ready C. ways D. good E. immediately F. chances G. cafe H. communication I. means J. conversation K. profound L. silent M. scary N. supermarket O. whole