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Activity 2

As you read the following list of possible phrases, decide whether they would be helpful or unhelpful when talking to Fred (Michael's friend).

 

 Helpful Unhelpful
1 "Michael's gone away."

2 "He won't realise that Michael's gone."

3 "Don't worry, everything will be fine."

4 "What do you remember about Michael?"

5 "Fred's been much quieter since Michael died."

6 "It's time to move on - life's for the living."

7 "Let's get the bed filled."
8 "Fred, Michael has died."

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