B1.4.1 - What Makes a Good Friend? | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is a new classmate who wants to be your friend. Ask him or her two questions to find out what he or she is like.

What do you like doing after school? Do you prefer quiet games or loud games?

[Challenge] Can a friend be honest and kind at the same time, even when the truth is hard to hear? Give an example.

Yes, if he or she says it gently. My friend told me kindly that my drawing needed more colour, and she was right.

[Challenge] People say, “Those two friends are as thick as thieves.” What does it mean? Do you know two friends like this? Describe them.

It means two friends are very close and do everything together. My brother and his friend Can are as thick as thieves.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is your friend. He or she wants to copy your homework. Say no politely, then explain why.

Sorry, I can't give you my homework. A good friend should help you understand it, so let's do it together.

Which is a better friend: someone who is always cheerful or someone who is patient? Explain.

A patient friend is better for me. He or she waits for me and listens when I have a problem.

[Challenge] Your best friend moves to another city. Can you still stay friends? How?

Yes, it's possible if we both try. We can video call each other at weekends and meet in the holidays.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is your cousin. He or she asks, “Who is your best friend, and why?” Describe your best friend.

My best friend is Kerem. He's funny and generous, and I can always count on him.

Your best friend, Selin, got a bad mark in a test and she is sad. What should a good friend do?

A good friend should be kind and say, “Don't worry, you'll do better next time.” I could also help her study for the next test.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is a friend. You fell out with him or her yesterday. Make up with him or her, then suggest something fun to do together.

I'm sorry about yesterday, and I want to make up. Do you want to play basketball together after school?

[Challenge] What does friendship mean to you? Explain in two sentences.

I think friendship means trusting each other. A good friend is there for you on good days and bad days.

[Challenge] Think of a time when a friend helped you. Describe what happened and how you felt.

Last year I lost my bus pass, and my friend Ali paid for my ticket. I felt very thankful, because a friend in need is a friend indeed!

Do you get on better with your friends from school or your friends from your street? Why?

I get on better with my school friends because I see them every day. We hang out together at break time.

Two of your friends fall out with each other, and both of them want you on their side. What should you do?

I shouldn't choose a side. I should listen to both of them and help them make up with each other.

Which friend is better to hang out with: a quiet friend or a talkative friend? Why?

I prefer a talkative friend because we never get bored. But a quiet friend is often a very good listener.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is a younger student. He or she asks, “How can I make friends?” Give him or her two tips.

You should be friendly and smile at people. You should also join a club because it's easy to get on with people there.

Your friend tells everyone your secret. Is he or she a good friend? What should you do?

No, a good friend shouldn't tell your secrets. I should talk to him or her and explain that I'm upset.

Which quality is the most important in a friend: kind, loyal or generous? Choose one and explain.

The most important quality is being loyal because a loyal friend sticks up for you. He or she never talks about you behind your back.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is a reporter for the school magazine. He or she asks, “What makes a good friend?” Answer and give an example.

A good friend should be loyal and kind. For example, my friend Defne always sticks up for me.

People say, “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” What does it mean? Give an example.

It means a real friend helps you when you have a problem. For example, my friend Arda carried my bag when I broke my arm.

[Challenge] Is it OK to argue with a good friend sometimes? What should friends do after an argument?

Yes, it's normal to fall out sometimes. After an argument, friends should talk calmly and make up with each other.

Is it better to have friends who are similar to you or different from you? Why?

I think different friends are better. For example, my friend Ece is very calm, and she helps me when I'm nervous.

[Challenge] Imagine you are making a poster called “The Perfect Friend.” Give three rules. Use should or shouldn't in your answer.

A good friend should keep secrets and should stick up for you. A good friend shouldn't laugh at you.

Some students laugh at your friend Mert because of his new glasses. What should you do?

I should stick up for Mert and tell them to stop. A loyal friend never stays quiet when this happens.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is a friend who looks very sad today. Ask what's wrong, then say something kind.

You look sad today, so what's wrong? Don't worry, I'm here for you and we can talk about it.

ROLE PLAY. Your teacher is your best friend. He or she says, “You never listen to me!” Say sorry, then promise to be a better friend.

I'm really sorry, you're right. From now on, I'll listen carefully when you talk to me.

A new boy in your class is shy and has no friends yet. How can you be a good friend to him?

I can say hello and invite him to hang out with us at break time. A good friend should be friendly to new people.

Is it better to have one best friend or a big group of friends? Why?

I think one best friend is better because I can count on him or her. In a big group, it's harder to know everyone well.

[Challenge] Can a pet be a good friend? Compare a pet friend with a human friend.

A pet can be a loyal friend, and it never tells your secrets! But a human friend can talk to you and give you advice.

A classmate is selfish and never shares anything. Should you still be friends with him? Why or why not?

Maybe, but I should tell him kindly that friends share things. If he doesn't change, I'll hang out with other people.

Which is more important in a friend: being funny or being honest? Why?

I think being honest is more important. A funny friend makes you laugh, but an honest friend tells you the truth.

Your friend always chooses the game, and you never get a turn. Is that fair? What should you say?

No, it isn't fair. I should say, “You chose the game yesterday, so let's play my game today.”

Should a good friend always agree with you? Why or why not?

No, a good friend shouldn't always agree with you. Sometimes a friend should tell you kindly that you are wrong.