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Question
Find words/phrases from the text that are synonyms of the word ‘brave’.
Solution
- courage
- to attain the unattainable
- indomitable spirit
- determination
- singleness of purpose
- mad determination
- resolutely
- strength of mind
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A1. True / False (2)
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