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Discuss with your partner on the following topic. Express your views and opinions in favour of and against the topic. Are sports essential in Jr. Colleges? - English

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Discuss with your partner on the following topic. Express your views and opinions in favour of and against the topic.

Are sports essential in Jr. Colleges?

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In Favour: Yes, sports keep the students healthy and active as well as develop a competitive spirit in them.

Against: No, sports are not essential in Jr. Colleges as they might lead the students to focus less on their studies.

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पाठ 3.1: Expansion of Ideas - Ice Breakers [पृष्ठ ९७]

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बालभारती English Yuvakbharati [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
पाठ 3.1 Expansion of Ideas
Ice Breakers | Q 5. (a) | पृष्ठ ९७

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