FRIENDS

1. In your free time, would you prefer to be In my free time, I usually prefer spending
alone or to be with friends? time with friends rather than being alone. I
really enjoy hanging out with close friends
because we can share personal stories and
have fun together, which helps me relax
after a long day at school. Being with friends
also gives me emotional support, and they
often have a positive influence on my mood.

That said, there are times when I choose to be

alone to recharge my energy, but overall, I
feel more comfortable and happier when I
stay connected with my friends

In my free time, I usually prefer to spend

time with friends rather than be alone. We
often hang out together, talk about daily
life and share personal stories, which helps
me relax after a long day. Being with them
makes me feel comfortable being myself, and
they are always there for me when I’m under
pressure. I’d say my friends are my source of
encouragement, inspiration and affection
2. How much time do you spend with I don’t spend a lot of time with my friends on
friends? a daily basis because we’re all quite busy with
our studies. Even though I have a close group
of friends, it’s not easy for us to get together
very often. However, we still try to meet once
in a while to maintain our bonds and catch
up. Those moments really help us let off
some steam after long and stressful weeks at
school.
3. What kind of friends do you prefer? I prefer friends who are loyal and honest,
and who know how to behave with others. I
value people who are respectful and
understanding, because they make me feel
comfortable and trusted. For me, making
friends isn’t about having many connections,
but about building a small circle with genuine
and reliable people.
4. Is friendship very important to you and Yes, friendship is very important to me
why? because it not only makes life more
interesting but also helps me develop a sense
 of sharing and understanding others. Having
friends means I have people who can help me
get through hard times and be there for me
whenever I need support. Thanks to
friendship, I feel more connected and
emotionally balanced in daily life.

5. Do you have many friends? No, I don’t have many friends because I
prefer quality over quantity. Instead of
having a large social circle, I like spending
my time maintaining a good friendship
with a few close people. I value friends who
are positive and supportive, rather than those
who complain too much about their lives or
are constantly negative or pessimistic.

6. How often do you see or meet your I used to meet my friends about once a
friends? month, but recently we’ve all been quite busy
with our studies, so sometimes we only see
each other once every three months. Even
though we don’t meet very often, we still try
to stay in touch.

7. Is there anything special about your Yes, there’s something quite special about my
friends? friends. We share a strong sense of trust and
can communicate openly without feeling
judged. They’re people who respect personal
boundaries, yet always step in when I need
support. What I value most is that they bring
positive energy into my life and help me stay
grounded, especially during stressful times.

8. Are your friends mostly your age or Yes, I mostly stick with friends of my age,
different ages? mainly because it’s much easier for us to
relate to each other. We’re at similar stages
of life, so we tend to share the same
concerns and experiences, which helps us
connect more naturally.

10. What do you think makes a great I think a great friend should be thoughtful
and considerate, someone who genuinely
friend? cares about others rather than only
themselves. A true friend will offer
emotional support, give honest advice, and
be there for you when things get tough. On
the other hand, if I make friend with people
who are arrogant or narcissistic , it will
easily put me off, because they tend to focus
only on their own needs instead of building a
balanced friendship.

11. Do you think you are a good friend? I wouldn’t say I’m a perfect friend, because
no one really is. However, through trial and
error, I always try to be sincere and
positive, and I make an effort to support my
friends whenever they need me.

[Link] makes a friend into a best friend? I think a friend becomes a best friend when
there’s mutual trust and a deep level of
understanding. A best friend is someone you
can open up to without feeling judged, and
who will stick by you through both good
times and difficult moments. Over time,
sharing experiences and supporting each other
turns a normal friendship into something
much stronger.
13. Do you still have friends from your Not really. We used to be very close when we
childhood? were younger, but as we grew up, our
personalities and life perspectives changed.
Because of that, we gradually lost touch and
don’t really keep in contact anymore.

14. Do you think it’s important to keep in I think it can be meaningful to keep in contact
contact with friends you knew as a child? with friends you knew as a child, because
those relationships carry shared memories
and a sense of familiarity. However, it’s not
always necessary, especially when people
grow apart or move in different directions in
life. What matters more to me is maintaining
friendships that still feel genuine and
supportive.

15. Do you have a friend you have known Yes, I do. I’ve known one of my friends for a
for a long time? really long time, and we’ve built a long-
lasting friendship based on mutual trust and
understanding. Even though we don’t meet
very often, we still keep in touch and
maintain a close bond over the years.
16. Where do you often meet each other? We usually meet up at casual hangout places
like bubble tea shops or gaming cafés.
These places have a relaxed atmosphere, so
we can chat comfortably, play games
together, and unwind after a long day.
That’s why they’re our go-to spots when we
want to spend time together.

17. Do you prefer to spend time with one I generally prefer spending time with one
friend or with a group of friends? friend rather than a group. I enjoy one-on-
one time with friends because it allows for
deeper and more meaningful
conversations. When it’s just the two of us,
we can open up more easily, share personal
thoughts, and really listen to each other
without distractions. I mean, group hangouts
are fun in their own way, but I feel more
connected and understood during one-on-one
conversations.

18. Would you invite friends to your home? Not really. I don’t usually bring friends
home because my family values privacy, and
having home gatherings could disturb my
family’s daily routine. I’d rather meet up in
public places or local spots like cafés, where
everyone feels comfortable and there’s no
pressure at all.

19. What are some reasons why people lose There are several reasons why people lose
touch with their friends? touch with their friends. As time goes by,
changes in lifestyle, priorities, or personal
goals can make it harder to stay connected.
People may also grow apart because of busy
schedules, long-distance relationships, or
simply moving in different directions in life.
Without regular communication, even close
friendships can gradually fade.
 20. Do you think friends are as important I think friends can be just as important as
as family? family in certain aspects of life. While family
offers unconditional support, friends provide
emotional understanding and companionship
that we choose for ourselves. A strong
friendship can offer emotional support, be
there for you, and help you grow as a person,
especially during challenging times.
21. Is it important to have friends from Yes, I think it’s important to have friends
different countries? from different countries because it helps you
broaden your horizons and gain different
perspectives. Through these friendships, you
can learn about other cultures, improve
your communication skills, and become more
open-minded. It also makes interactions more
interesting and meaningful.

TELL STORIES
1. Học bài / đi học I want to share a story about a mistake I made around five or six years ago, when I was in
grade 7.
 học chung It happened during a mid-term history exam, which was a subject with a lot of
 nhắc bài cho nhau knowledge and dates.
 ôn thi
 làm bài nhóm Because I knew the exam was difficult, I studied quite carefully. However, I skipped one
long part because I thought it was too much to remember. I was also overconfident
because I secretly asked students from another class about the test questions. Since I
thought I knew the exam in advance, I only focused on memorizing the answers.

On the exam day, the teacher changed the test paper. At that moment, I panicked
because the questions were exactly from the part I hadn’t learned. Under pressure, I made
a bad decision. I opened my book and copied quickly, but unfortunately, the teacher
caught me cheating.

As a result, I was not allowed to finish my exam, and the teacher warned that 50% of my
score would be deducted. I felt extremely regretful and ashamed of myself.

After that incident, my friends played an important role in helping me recover. I spent
time hanging out with friends, where we talked about daily life and shared personal
stories. We didn’t just have fun together, but they also gave me emotional support,
helping me let off some steam and recharge my energy.

My friends became my source of encouragement, inspiration, and affection. We often

 got together to maintain our bonds, and their support motivated me to change my
attitude toward studying.

Thanks to that experience, I studied honestly and seriously for the final exam, and in the
end, I achieved a high score. This mistake taught me an important lesson about integrity
and the value of true friendship.

2. Giờ ra chơi / sau I honestly feel that break time at school is far too short, only about 15 minutes.
giờ học That’s why whenever we had a break, my friends and I tried to make the most of it. We
usually sat together, chatted, and talked about interesting daily life, or sometimes went
 ngồi nói chuyện down to the canteen to buy snacks.
 đi ăn vặt
 đi bộ về nhà However, the school was always very crowded, and with such a short break, buying food
was not easy at all. If I wanted to eat something, I had to squeeze through a lot of
students. Luckily, my friends were always there. We worked together, helped each other
push through the crowd, and finally managed to get our snacks. Even though it was tiring,
it became a beautiful memory for us.

Because time at school was never enough, we sometimes secretly hung out after school,
without telling our parents. I really miss the feeling of sitting at small snack shops, eating
together, laughing, and talking non-stop. Those moments helped us maintain our bonds,
let off some steam, and simply have fun together.

During those conversations, I think I slowly developed a sense of sharing and

understanding each other. We shared personal stories, listened without judging, and
gave one another emotional support. Being with my friends always helped me recharge
my energy and feel lighter inside.

That is why I value friendship so much. I tend to prioritize friends who are loyal and
honest, because they are my source of encouragement, inspiration, and affection,
rather than people who complain too much or are constantly negative and pessimistic.

Now that we are all in university, we’ve become quite busy with our studies, so
sometimes we only get together once every three months. Even though we don’t meet
often, we still try to stay in touch, because true friendship doesn’t depend on how often
you see each other, but on how deeply you care.

3. Khi buồn / áp lực I remember very clearly my first year of secondary school, especially grade 6. It was
probably the most stressful and emotionally overwhelming period of my life.
 stress học hành In primary school, I had always been a fairly good student, so my parents placed high
 buồn chuyện cá expectations on me. When I entered secondary school, that pressure became much
nhân heavier.
The moment that affected me the most was the parent–teacher meeting at the end of the
first semester. After a lot of effort, I ranked fifth in my class, which I personally believed
was a good result. I was excited and proud when I told my parents. However, instead of
encouragement, I was scolded. They asked why I couldn’t reach the top one or two
positions instead of fifth.

At that moment, I felt completely broken. My motivation dropped sharply, and I started
doubting my own abilities. Academic pressure and personal disappointment slowly built
up, and I didn’t know how to deal with it on my own.

Fortunately, my friends helped me get through that difficult time. I mostly stick with
friends of my age, because it’s easier for us to relate to each other. Being at similar stages
of life, we tend to share the same concerns and experiences, which helps us connect
more naturally.
They often took me out to eat, hang out, and relax, helping me let off some steam and
recharge my energy.

More importantly, they gave me emotional support and honest advice. They helped me
with my studies, encouraged me when I felt stuck, and reminded me that my value was
not defined by rankings alone. Even though my final results didn’t fully meet my
expectations, I felt at peace and had no regrets about that period.

Through this experience, I realized that my friends are truly irreplaceable companions.
They respect personal boundaries, yet always step in when I need support. What I value
most is that they bring positive energy into my life and help me stay grounded, especially
during stressful times.

If someone asks me what a true friend is like, I would confidently say that a true friend is
someone who offers emotional support, gives honest advice, and stays with you when
life gets tough. A friend becomes a best friend when there is mutual trust and a deep
level of understanding—someone you can open up to without fear of being judged.

I wouldn’t say I’m a perfect friend, because no one really is. However, through trial and
error, I always try to be sincere, positive, and supportive, just like how my friends have
always been there for me.

Now that I’m in university, we don’t meet as often as before. When we do have time, we
usually meet up at casual hangout places, such as bubble tea shops or gaming cafés.
Even though life keeps us busy, we still try to stay in touch and maintain our bonds,
because true friendship continues to grow, no matter how much time passes.