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Too many people want others to be their friends, but they don’t give friendship back. That is why
some friendships do not last very long. To have a friend, you must learn to be one. You must learn to
treat your friend the way you want your friend treat you. Learning to be a good friend means learning
three rules. Be honest; be generous; be understanding.
Honesty is where a good friendship starts. Friends must be able to trust one another. If you do not
tell the truth, people usually find it out. If a friend finds out that you haven’t been honest, you may lose
your friends’ trust. Good friends always believe in one another as they always speak and act honestly.
Generosity means sharing, which makes a friendship grow. People do not have to give lunch money
for clothes, of course. Instead you have to learn how to share things you enjoy, like your hobbies and
your interest. Then, naturally you will want to share your ideas and feelings. These can be very valuable
to a friend.They tell your friend what is important to you. By sharing them, you help your friend know
you better.
Sooner or later, every one needs understanding and help with a problem. Something may go wrong
at school. Talking about the problem can make it easier to solve. Turning to a friend can be a first step
in solving the problem. So to be a friend you must listen and understand. You must try to put yourself in
your friend’s place so you can understand the problem better.
No two friendships are ever exactly alike. But all true friendships have three things in common. If you
plan to keep your friends, you must practice honesty, generosity, and understanding.
1. Some friendships don’t last very long because _______.
A. there are too many people who want to make friends with others.
B. those who never give others friendships receive no friendship from others.
C. people usually find out the truth even if they are not told the truth.
D. they don’t know friendship is something very serious to other people.
2. The underlined word “generous” means _______.
A. willing to give and share
B. short of honour
C. soft and friendly
D. ready to help others
3. According to the passage honesty is _______.
A. something very good
B. the base of friendship
C. as important as money
D. more important than anything
4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Always tell your friend the truth that you have known.
B. Sharing your mind with your friend is of great value.
C. Discussing problems with your friends helps solve them.
D. A friend who gives you his lunch money is a true friend.
