My TOEFL Independent Writing Only people whose values are alike can become good friend,otherwise,the friendship cannot be permanent. If my old friends did something that I dislike, I will not keep our friendship. The old friend doing something that I dislike illustrates he or she doesn't respect my feeling. For example, I don't like people who disrespect females and corresponding speeches, so do many others. One of my old friends, even though he treats women equally and with respects,he doesn't think so in his mind. Sometimes I heard he make fun of girls with other guys,because the girls are not pretty or skinny. Later I don't talk to him gradually. Respect and understanding each other is the bedrock of a friendship. Laughing at girls' appearance is not only disrespect for others,but also lackness of politeness. Obviously,he doesn't realize the importance of equality and respect,so a person who does not care about others' feelings does not deserve to be my friend. My old friend doing something that I dislike also illustrates we are different kinds of people. For instance,my roommate,she likes all outdoor activities,however,I like to stay in room and read books or watch movies. Once I went shopping with her,when we finished buying what we needed,I wanted to go back and have a rest. But she wanted to continue. At last,I had no choice but to stay out late with her. In addition,she dislike cleaning, but I hope our room can be clean and tidy. In a word,we have totally different preference and habits. If we remain together,we will both feel unhappy. I have to say,common interests and habits are an important part of friendship. Mutual accommodation will do harm to the friendship. In this situation, being separate is a better way. Someone thinks that we ought to be patient enough with old friend. However,doing something I dislike, even though we have known each other for a long time,indicates that he or she doesn't really want to keep our friendship. So I will give it up. In summary, If my old friends did something that I dislike, showing that he or she doesn't respect my feeling, or we are different kinds of people,I will not keep the friendship.