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When we look at the sky, we find several objects. They stand for something or the other. Complete the following table by finding the significance of the given objects. One example is given to you.
| Celestial Bodies | Association |
| The Sun | Power, Heat, Energy, Commitment, etc. |
| The Moon | |
| The Rainbow | |
| The Stars |
Solution
| Celestial Bodies | Association |
| The Sun | Power, Heat, Energy, Commitment, etc. |
| The Moon | Beauty, purity, calmness, youthfulness, etc. |
| The Rainbow | Happiness, promise, equality, peace, spirituality, etc |
| The Stars | Guidance, protection, dreams, good luck, eternity, etc |
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