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Arrange a ‘Jokes’ session in the classroom where each student tells a joke. The jokes must be told in English.

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Arrange a ‘Jokes’ session in the classroom where each student tells a joke. The jokes must be told in English.

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Students are expected to attempt the above activities on their own.

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Chapter 2.3: Mark Twain - ENGLISH WORKSHOP [Page 47]

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Balbharati My English Coursebook Standard 9 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 2.3 Mark Twain
ENGLISH WORKSHOP | Q 6. | Page 47

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