English Conversation Group-
Friendship

Today’s topic: Friendship

Vocabulary:

best friend childhood friend pal/buddy

family friend fair weather friend life long friend

an acquaintance “just friends” man’s best friend

open up through thick and thin being real

tell it like it is spilling your guts “keep in touch”

Questions for Discussion:

Name some important qualities you look for in a friend. Why are these qualities important to you?

Describe one of your best friends. What is something you really like about him/her?

What do you think is the hardest thing about making friends here in the U.S.? How does this differ from your experience in your country?

Have you ever had a big argument with a close friend? How was it resolved?

Do you have any childhood friends that you still keep in touch with? What has helped you to remain friends for so long?

What do you think is the difference between an acquaintance and a friend?

Is it easy or difficult for you to “spill your guts” to your friends?