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प्रश्न
Why was the photographer proud to receive Leacock on Saturday?
उत्तर
While handing over the proof of the photo, there was a certain pride in the photographer’s manner. He believed that with his technical expertise, he had corrected all the ugly features and made the photo presentable. So, he was naturally proud.
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Write an e-mail to the Principal of a neighbouring school requesting him/her to send a team of three members to participate in the Quiz Competition.
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| 7. | Floods | 2009 | Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka |
| 8. | Cyclone | 2011 | Tamil Nadu/Cuddalore |
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| 10. | Cyclone | Oct. 2013 | Coastline of Orissa & Jharkhand |
| 11. | Floods | Dec. 2015 | Tamil Nadu/Chennai |
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