Grade 9 Keep in touch. Reading

Read the text about how to maintain long-distance friendships. 

We live in times of globalization when travelling across the world is much easier, and taking part in different international programmes as well as working abroad is very common. It can be hurtful when your friend moves to another city or country. However, there is always a way to keep in touch and continue being friends over a long distance. And here are some suggestions on how you can continue to keep in touch.

First, figure out what you and your friend need from each other. People are different as well as friendships. When you want to maintain a long-distance friendship it is crucial to understand the things that are important for you and your friend. Some people might be upset if you forget about their birthday. For some, a meeting once a year may mean much more than monthly calls.

Secondly, set the rules about how you're going to keep in touch. Maybe you decide that you can chat with each other while going to school every morning or have a video conference every Saturday. Try to find something that works for both of you. Even 10-minute calls once a week can be beneficial for staying connected.

Thirdly, regularly communicate with each other. Share things that happen in your life with your friends and keep updated with what is going on in your friend's life. Remember that friendship is more than reading posts and liking each other on Instagram. So try to share and listen to some important things happening in both of your lives.

Read the statements. Choose whether they are true (T), false (F) or not given (NG). 

1) Nowadays it is much easier to find a job abroad. 

Read the text about how to maintain long-distance friendships. 

We live in times of globalization when travelling across the world is much easier, and taking part in different international programmes as well as working abroad is very common. It can be hurtful when your friend moves to another city or country. However, there is always a way to keep in touch and continue being friends over a long distance. And here are some suggestions on how you can continue to keep in touch.

First, figure out what you and your friend need from each other. People are different as well as friendships. When you want to maintain a long-distance friendship it is crucial to understand the things that are important for you and your friend. Some people might be upset if you forget about their birthday. For some, a meeting once a year may mean much more than monthly calls.

Secondly, set the rules about how you're going to keep in touch. Maybe you decide that you can chat with each other while going to school every morning or have a video conference every Saturday. Try to find something that works for both of you. Even 10-minute calls once a week can be beneficial for staying connected.

Thirdly, regularly communicate with each other. Share things that happen in your life with your friends and keep updated with what is going on in your friend's life. Remember that friendship is more than reading posts and liking each other on Instagram. So try to share and listen to some important things happening in both of your lives.

Read the statements. Choose whether they are true (T), false (F) or not given (NG). 

2) It’s impossible to keep in touch with your friend over a long distance. 

Read the text about how to maintain long-distance friendships. 

We live in times of globalization when travelling across the world is much easier, and taking part in different international programmes as well as working abroad is very common. It can be hurtful when your friend moves to another city or country. However, there is always a way to keep in touch and continue being friends over a long distance. And here are some suggestions on how you can continue to keep in touch.

First, figure out what you and your friend need from each other. People are different as well as friendships. When you want to maintain a long-distance friendship it is crucial to understand the things that are important for you and your friend. Some people might be upset if you forget about their birthday. For some, a meeting once a year may mean much more than monthly calls.

Secondly, set the rules about how you're going to keep in touch. Maybe you decide that you can chat with each other while going to school every morning or have a video conference every Saturday. Try to find something that works for both of you. Even 10-minute calls once a week can be beneficial for staying connected.

Thirdly, regularly communicate with each other. Share things that happen in your life with your friends and keep updated with what is going on in your friend's life. Remember that friendship is more than reading posts and liking each other on Instagram. So try to share and listen to some important things happening in both of your lives.

Read the statements. Choose whether they are true (T), false (F) or not given (NG). 

3. Understanding that is important for you and your friend in your friendship is crucially important. 

Read the text about how to maintain long-distance friendships. 

We live in times of globalization when travelling across the world is much easier, and taking part in different international programmes as well as working abroad is very common. It can be hurtful when your friend moves to another city or country. However, there is always a way to keep in touch and continue being friends over a long distance. And here are some suggestions on how you can continue to keep in touch.

First, figure out what you and your friend need from each other. People are different as well as friendships. When you want to maintain a long-distance friendship it is crucial to understand the things that are important for you and your friend. Some people might be upset if you forget about their birthday. For some, a meeting once a year may mean much more than monthly calls.

Secondly, set the rules about how you're going to keep in touch. Maybe you decide that you can chat with each other while going to school every morning or have a video conference every Saturday. Try to find something that works for both of you. Even 10-minute calls once a week can be beneficial for staying connected.

Thirdly, regularly communicate with each other. Share things that happen in your life with your friends and keep updated with what is going on in your friend's life. Remember that friendship is more than reading posts and liking each other on Instagram. So try to share and listen to some important things happening in both of your lives.

Read the statements. Choose whether they are true (T), false (F) or not given (NG). 

4. It is good to establish the rules on how you’re going to communicate with each other. 

Read the text about how to maintain long-distance friendships. 

We live in times of globalization when travelling across the world is much easier, and taking part in different international programmes as well as working abroad is very common. It can be hurtful when your friend moves to another city or country. However, there is always a way to keep in touch and continue being friends over a long distance. And here are some suggestions on how you can continue to keep in touch.

First, figure out what you and your friend need from each other. People are different as well as friendships. When you want to maintain a long-distance friendship it is crucial to understand the things that are important for you and your friend. Some people might be upset if you forget about their birthday. For some, a meeting once a year may mean much more than monthly calls.

Secondly, set the rules about how you're going to keep in touch. Maybe you decide that you can chat with each other while going to school every morning or have a video conference every Saturday. Try to find something that works for both of you. Even 10-minute calls once a week can be beneficial for staying connected.

Thirdly, regularly communicate with each other. Share things that happen in your life with your friends and keep updated with what is going on in your friend's life. Remember that friendship is more than reading posts and liking each other on Instagram. So try to share and listen to some important things happening in both of your lives.

Read the statements. Choose whether they are true (T), false (F) or not given (NG). 

5. It is better to communicate with each other via Instagram.