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What Should I Say to the Person Who Has Cancer?

It is normal to feel that you don't know what to say to someone who has cancer.You
might only know the person casually,or you may have worked______(1)or lived
near each other for many years and have a closer relationship.The most important
___________(2)you can do is to acknowledge the situation in some way一whatever is
most comfortable for you．You can show interest and concern,you can express
encouragement,or you_________(3)offer support. Sometimes the simplest
expressions of concern are the______(4)meaningful,
While it is good to be encouraging,it is also important_________(5)to show false
optimism or to tell the person with cancer to always have a positive attitude.Doing
_________(6)things may discount their fears,concerns,or sad feelings.It is also
tempting to say that you know __________(7)the person feels.While you may know this
is a difficult time,no one can know exactly how the person with_______(8)feels.
Humor can be an important way________(9)coping.It is also another source of
support and encouragement.Let the person with cancer________(10)the lead; it is
healthy if they find something funny about a side effect,like hair loss or increased appetite,
and you can certainly join_________(11)in a good laugh.This can be a great way to
relieve stress and to take a break from the_________(12)serious nature of the situation.
When the person with cancer looks good, let them know! Refrain（忍住）
_____(13)comments when their appearance isn't as good,such as"You're
looking pale"or"You've lost weight".Cancer and its treatment can be very unpredictable.
Be prepared for good days and bad________(14).
Refrain from telling the person with cancer stories about family members or friends who
have had cancer. Everyone is different,and these stories may not be helpful.Instead,it
is better simply to tell them you know________(15)about cancer because you've been through it with someone else.

_________(6)
A:other
B:whatever
C:these
D:useful