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Read the following example, and then complete the sentence using your own idea.

Place: You may sit wherever you like.

You may sit ____________.

Fill in the Blanks

Solution

You may sit next to Ramesh.

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Chapter 4.2: Reading Works of Art - ENGLISH WORKSHOP [Page 103]

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Balbharati My English Coursebook 9 Standard Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 4.2 Reading Works of Art
ENGLISH WORKSHOP | Q 9. (a) | Page 103

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