I.Do this preparation exercise before you read. Match the vocabulary with the correct definition and write a–f next to the numbers 1–6.
1D mates
2C be away
3F coming up
4.B shy
5E take advantage of someone
6A treat someone (well/badly/etc.)
a. behave (in a certain way) towards someone
b. timid, nervous or embarrassed when with other people
c. be on a trip, not at home
d. friends
e.use someone unfairly, especially if they are trying to be nice or help you
f. happening soonII.
Circle True or False for these sentences.
1. You can do this quiz to find out if you are a good friend.True
2. In question 1, your friend can easily get a bus or taxi.False
3. In question 2, you can give your friend maths classes without causing difficulties for yourself.True
4. In question 3, you think the person you like would prefer to go out with your friend.True
5. In question 4, your friend is thinking about a permanent change to his/her body.True
6. If you answer mostly Cs, you are not a good friend.True
Check your understanding: multiple choice Circle a, b or c for these sentences.
1. In question 1, which answer is the most helpful for your friend? a
2. Which answer in question 1 sounds good but probably won’t work? b
3. In question 2, which answer involves the biggest risk for you? a
4. Which answer in question 2 takes the least amount of your time? C
5. In question 3, which answer has an expression that says it’s OK to behave badly if you are in love? b
6. Which answer in question 3 is the best for your friend? a
7. In question 4, which answer is the most honest? c
8. Which answer in question 4 is the least responsible? b