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Why was the speaker invited to speak on road safety ? - English

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Question

Why was the speaker invited to speak on road safety?

Options

  • It was "Road Safety Week".

  • He is an expert in this field.

  • He had received many accident reports.

  • There had been many accidents near the school.

MCQ

Solution

It was "Road Safety Week".

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Chapter 5.1: Being Safe - Listening [Page 128]

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Chapter 5.1 Being Safe
Listening | Q 2 | Page 128

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