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प्रश्न
With the coming of the Prussians, will language be the only thing that will change? What other changes may take place?
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उत्तर
- The arrival of Prussians altered not only the language but also the way of life in France, as they were subject to German regulations.
- They will not receive their fundamental rights. They will have to obey orders and live like slaves.
- They will extract money from them, leaving them financially insolvent.
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Answer the following question in 120-150 words :
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Comment.
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Given below is a survey form. Talk to at least five of your classmates and fill in the information you get in the form.
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S. No. |
Languages |
Home |
Neighbourhood |
City/Town |
School |
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“You realise the true value of a thing only on losing it.” Comment on this statement in the light of the story, The Last Lesson.
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Form groups of four. Write four sentences of four words each.
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In what time period does the story take place?
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______ was in great dread of
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