A. Guess the meanings of the words, in bold letters, in the sentences below before you listen.
- a. My mother took a half-day leave to attend the funeral of her close friend.
- b. Only the immediate family is invited to attend the viewing.
- c. At the funeral, the minister offered the eulogy on behalf of the family.
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B. Listen to the audio and choose the correct answer.
- Tim's father probably died , i. because of a lingering illness ii. as he fell ill unexpectedly iii. due to a road accident
- Tim's mother will manage by herself economically by, i. the money from her husband's insurance and stock ii. investing money on life insurance iii. spending her government pension
- Tim's mother, i. has lost the purpose of her own life ii. is hopeful about the future iii. feels very sad
- The private memorial service is on, i. Thursday evening ii. Tuesday morning iii. Tuesday evening
- Tim asks Heather to at the funeral., i. give a speech ii. bring some flowers iii. sing a song
C. Listen to the audio again and answer these questions in not more than four words. a. Why does Tim phone Heather? b. When will the viewing take place? c. Who will be giving the eulogy? d. What had Tim's father wanted Heather to do just before he died?, D. How would you extend condolences following someone's death?