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    The document discusses the nature of friendship and whether it is better to have many friends or just a few close ones. It notes that some say "a friend can't be known in prosperity," meaning that a friend's loyalty can only be tested during difficult times. Some claim this is based on personal experience of losing supposed friends during crises. However, others point to unexpected support received from unlikely friends during serious problems. So the question of friendship can have two sides - in some cases friendship is just for show, while in others it represents genuine commitment.

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    The document discusses the nature of friendship and whether it is better to have many friends or just a few close ones. It notes that some say "a friend can't be known in prosperity," meaning that a friend's loyalty can only be tested during difficult times. Some claim this is based on personal experience of losing supposed friends during crises. However, others point to unexpected support received from unlikely friends during serious problems. So the question of friendship can have two sides - in some cases friendship is just for show, while in others it represents genuine commitment.

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    The document discusses the nature of friendship and whether it is better to have many friends or just a few close ones. It notes that some say "a friend can't be known in prosperity," meaning that a friend's loyalty can only be tested during difficult times. Some claim this is based on personal experience of losing supposed friends during crises. However, others point to unexpected support received from unlikely friends during serious problems. So the question of friendship can have two sides - in some cases friendship is just for show, while in others it represents genuine commitment.

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    Alam Mohammad
    The document discusses the nature of friendship and whether it is better to have many friends or just a few close ones. It notes that some say "a friend can't be known in prosperity," meaning that a friend's loyalty can only be tested during difficult times. Some claim this is based on personal experience of losing supposed friends during crises. However, others point to unexpected support received from unlikely friends during serious problems. So the question of friendship can have two sides - in some cases friendship is just for show, while in others it represents genuine commitment.

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    How many friends do you have?

    Which do you think is better, having many friends or just a few


    very close ones? Do you think your friends would stay with you if you were in trouble? You
    know people say, “A friend can't be known in prosperity.” A lot of those who say this claim that
    their conclusion is based on personal experience of losing a supposed friend when they were in
    a difficult situation. If so, it seems friendship is more a matter of social convenience than
    character or shared interest. However, others can point to unexpected support during a serious
    crisis from someone whom they did not expect to be a good friend. So I guess the question of
    friendship can cut both ways:↓ in some cases it is mere lip service↓ and in others it is genuine
    commitment↓.
    cut both ways : have or result in advantages as well as disadvantages
    lip service : insincere claims of friendship, admiration, support, etc.
    commitment : a strong or firm belief shown by one's actions; loyalty

    Comprehension:

    1. Why do you suppose “a friend can't be known in prosperity” mean?


    2. Who is most likely to say that?
    3. Are any counter-examples be given? If so, what?

    Match It:

    1. prosperity 1. accepted or believed as true


    2. conclusion 2. the condition of success or wealth
    3. supposed 3. original
    4. convenience 4. Coming without warning
    5. unexpected 5. a time of great danger or difficulty
    6. crisis 6. nothing more than
    7. mere 7. a final decision or judgment
    8. genuine 8. usefulness, comfort, or facility
    Rank It:
    _____. Intelligent
    _____. Rich
    _____. Trustworthy
    _____. Handsome or beautiful

    Video:

    1. What is friendship according to Aristotle? Could you summarize using your own words?
    2. Could you describe the two types of Accidental Friendship?
    3. What is Friendship of Good?
    4. Have you got both accidental friendship and friendship of good? Could you give
    examples from your life experiences?

    Express Yourself:

    1. Why do people need to make friends?


    2. Is it easy or difficult for you to make friends?
    3. How many friends do you have?
    4. What qualities do you look in a friend? Could you list them?
    5. Who is a best friend?
    6. How did you meet your best friend? Why do you consider him or her as your best
    friend?
    7. What usually causes trouble between friends?
    8. What is the most important thing in maintaining a harmonious friendship?
    9. Do you believe the saying, "Out of sight, out of mind"?
    10. What’s the difference between having male and female friends?
    11. What's the difference between the friends you made in elementary middle and high
    school, and college?
    12. What are some ways your best friend has influenced your life in a positive way?
    13. Do you tell your friends everything about your private life?
    14. Do you agree with the expression “a friend in need is a friend in deed”?
    15. What do you do when you have a misunderstanding with your friend?

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