Every friend group has its unique dynamic, and, chances are, you play a role that’s entirely your own. Whether you’re the friend who cannot escape drama, or the one who keeps the group locked into a strict hangout schedule, there’s no doubt that you contribute something meaningful to the group. But if you’re unsure what your role is, take this quiz to find out which type of friend you really are!

Your friend is having a themed party, and they want everybody to dress up. You:

A) Plan your outfit weeks in advance and may or may not overdo it. You will be the best-dressed person there.

B) Start looking for something to wear an hour before the party. You figure it out at the last minute.

C) Show up in whatever is comfortable, because the theme is too much work.

D) Forget about the theme altogether and just hope everyone forgets you didn’t dress up.

E) End up causing a minor fashion-related drama because your outfit ‘accidentally’ doesn’t follow the theme. You get caught in a back-and-forth with a friend about it.

When your group plans a hangout, you are:

A) The one who suggests the place and makes sure everyone is available. 

B) The one who agrees to anything last minute but always shows up.

C) The one who waits for someone else to plan and then just tags along.

D) The one who says “let’s just figure it out when we get there” and hopes it works out.

E) You throw in a curveball and stir things up by suggesting a new place last minute

Your friends are feeling down. You:

A) Plan a movie night or a fun activity to cheer them up. You’re great at organising mood-lifting events.

B) Drop everything and suggest an impromptu hangout – spontaneity is key!

C) Listen to them and offer your presence. Sometimes just being there is the best support.

D) Bring up a funny memory to make them laugh or distract them from whatever’s bothering them.

E) Offer your own over-the-top dramatic take on their problem and somehow make things feel more intense than they really are.

Your group has made plans, but you realise you’ve got an essay  due tomorrow at 9am. You:

A) Suggest rescheduling the hangout to another day so you can focus on your work.

B) Decide you’ll do the work later and head out with your friends. It’ll get done somehow!

C) Tell your friends you’ll be late, but you’ll join them once you finish up.

D) Do a little bit of the assignment, but then end up joining your friends without feeling guilty.

E) You spiral into a dramatic inner monologue, convincing everyone that you’re “probably going to fail” and need to cancel the plans

How do you handle conflict within the friend group?

A) You try to mediate and solve the problem with calm, rational solutions.

B) You try to make everyone laugh and lighten the mood before things get too serious.

C) You listen to both sides and stay neutral, letting everyone work things out.

D) You avoid the drama, hoping it blows over on its own.

E) You were the cause of the conflict, either unintentionally or by amplifying a small issue into a much bigger one.

If you picked mostly A: The ultimate organiser

You are the planner, the one who makes sure everything goes smoothly and that no one gets left behind. Whether it’s a party, a group hangout, or a trip, you’re the one who makes it all happen. Your friends rely on you for your reliability, structure, and ability to make any situation fun and stress-free. You love being in control of plans and take great satisfaction in ensuring that everyone has a good time.

If you picked mostly B: The spontaneous adventurer

You live in the moment, always ready to throw plans out the window and dive into whatever comes your way. You’re the friend who brings energy and excitement to the group, often turning ordinary plans into epic memories. You’re the one who’ll call everyone last minute and suggest a weekend getaway or a fun night out. You don’t need a schedule – just good friends and a sense of adventure.

If you picked mostly C: The steady supporter

You’re the rock that your friends lean on. Calm, understanding, and incredibly dependable, you might not be the one to plan everything, but you’ll always be there when it matters most. Whether they need someone to listen or just a comforting presence, you’re the friend who makes others feel seen and heard. You might not always be the first to suggest plans, but your ability to offer advice and comfort makes you invaluable.

If you picked mostly D: The easygoing free spirit

You don’t worry too much about plans or details. Life is all about going with the flow and letting things unfold naturally. You prefer to let others take the reins, but you’re always down to enjoy whatever happens. You bring a laid-back vibe to the group, making sure there’s never too much pressure. You’re the one who’ll happily join whatever your friends suggest and keep things lighthearted and fun.

If you picked mostly E: The drama magnet

You’re the one who somehow finds yourself in the middle of every dramatic situation in a Carrie Bradshaw fashion – whether it’s a misunderstanding, a miscommunication, or just a chaotic event. Things seem to follow you, and while it may feel like there’s never a dull moment, your friends can always count on you for a good story. You’re passionate, emotional, and never shy away from expressing how you feel. Though drama might be your trademark, your friends know they can’t help but be entertained (and sometimes even rely on you for a bit of excitement in their own lives).

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