Close-up p 9. Relationships. Speaking

1. Who are you as thick as thieves with?
2. How many years do you and your bosom friend go back?
3. Tell us about the most companionable friend you have.
4. Have you ever seen gullible tourists being taken in by the shell game?
5. Have you heard of any celebrities who have fallen out recently?
6. What are the main reasons why people usually drift apart?
7. What do you think people should do before settling down?
8. How can people find out if they are being led on? What is worse being led on or being dumped?
9. When was the last time you had to work up the courage to do something? 
10. Tell us about an occasion when you stuck up for what you believe in
Add two more to ask a partner:
11. __________
12. __________

(as) thick as thieves

​(informal) (of two or more people) very friendly, especially in a way that makes other people suspicious.