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प्रश्न
List the characters that have appeared so far in the play.
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उत्तर
- King
- Bricklayer
- Mortar-maker
- Potter
- Money-lender
- Money-lender’s daughter
- Guards
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| Blame-game flow chart | ||
| Who is blaming? | Who does he blame? | For what does he blame that person |
| Thief | Owner of the house | For not constructing a strong wall |
| Owner of the house (Merchant) | ||
| Bricklayer | ||
| Mortar-maker | ||
| Potter | ||
| Money-lender’s Daughter | ||
| Goldsmith | ||
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- Using suitable intonation
- Speaking clearly
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- Pleasant and confident appearance of the speakers.
