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प्रश्न
Use the clues given below to complete this crossword puzzle.
Across
1. very tired
2. had an angry look on the face
3. short trousers
4. a fault in a machine that prevents it from working properly
5. a small and naughty boy-fairy
Down
6. work that must be done every day, often boring
7. a basket with a lid
8. gave a short, high-pitched cry
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उत्तर
Across
1. very tired - Weary
2. had an angry look on the face - Scowled
3. short trousers - Breeches
4. a fault in a machine that prevents it from working properly - Glitch
5. a small and naughty boy-fairy - Elf
Down
6. work that must be done every day, often boring - Chores
7. a basket with a lid - Hamper
8. gave a short, high-pitched cry - Shrieked
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