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Can you think of a song or a poem in your language that talks of homecoming?

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Can you think of a song or a poem in your language that talks of homecoming?

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(This question is to be answered on the basis of students' own understanding and experience. It is strongly recommended that students prepare the answer on their own.)

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Chapter 1.1: The Portrait of a Lady - Thinking About Language [Page 7]

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NCERT English Hornbill (Core) Class 11
Chapter 1.1 The Portrait of a Lady
Thinking About Language | Q 4 | Page 7

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