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प्रश्न
Discuss with your partner on the following topic. Express your views and opinions in favour of and against the topic.
Should the 'Earn and Learn' concept be made mandatory for students?
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उत्तर
In Favour: Yes, because this way they will learn how to be responsible. It will also help them manage their finances better as adults.
Against: No, as it would be an additional burden on the students and might shift their focus from learning.
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Write out a notice to be displayed in your school, giving all the details about the event.
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They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude;
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To give it my loving friends to keep!
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(iii) Which opera does Raina mention? With whom does she compare herself? What does this tell you about her?
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(vi) What does the man do at the end of the scene?
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parlour |
foyer |
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porch |
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lobby |
attic |
portico |
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- wish
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- talk
- help
- cooperate
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| Point | |
| Title | ______ |
| Poet | ______ |
| Rhyme scheme | ______ |
| Favorite line | ______ |
| Theme/Central idea | ______ |
| Figures of speech | ______ |
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| Sunil: | _____________________ |
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