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Re-word the line from the story: “We cannot bandage the children’s mouths, so they really have to exercise their will-power.” - English

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Question

Make a short list of things you find difficult to do. For example:

turning a somersault

threading a needle

Compare your list with the others in the class. Can you explain why you find these things difficult to do?

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Solution

Do it yourself.

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Chapter 5.1: A Different Kind of School - Speaking and Writing [Page 66]

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NCERT English - Honeysuckle Class 6
Chapter 5.1 A Different Kind of School
Speaking and Writing | Q 1 | Page 66

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