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प्रश्न
Let’s compose a poem. Two lines are given. Add two of your own.
There is another sky,
Ever serene and fair
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उत्तर
- Under which one can lie
Without worry or care. - Like it, there is no other,
It's full of love and care.
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Father |
Mother |
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| Date | |
| Salutation | |
| Body of the letter | |
| Subscription | |
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