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A message is a verbal, written, or recorded communication sent to or left for a recipient who cannot be contacted directly. You are the Sports Captain of your school. Write a message to - English

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A message is a verbal, written, or recorded communication sent to or left for a recipient who cannot be contacted directly.

You are the Sports Captain of your school. Write a message to the Physical Director, requesting him to be present during the football team selection scheduled for tomorrow.

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Solution

4 p.m.

21.06.2021

Dear Sir,

As per Headmasters direction, we propose to shortlist the football team at about 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. Kindly be present in our school grounds to help us select the right players.

S/d H.Thik

Sports Captain

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Chapter 1.1 The Portrait of a Lady
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