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प्रश्न
Discuss in groups, reasons/ consequences/ effects:
The cherry blossomed.
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उत्तर
- Reasons:
The cherry blossomed in due time and also because of the rain. - Consequences:
It grew into a big tree with flowers and fruits and filled the poet with joy. - Effects:
The tree attracted and became a home for the birds and insects.
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