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Life is an amalgam of happy and sad moments. Think of such moments in your life, pair with your classmate, and share both the aspects of life.
| Happy Moments | Sad Moments |
| 1. Winning the first prize in a competition | Losing your mobile, bicycle, or wallet |
| 2. | |
| 3. |
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| Happy Moments | Sad Moments | |
| 1. | Winning the first prize in a competition | Losing your mobile, bicycle, or wallet |
| 2. | Learning a new language/art. | Losing someone close to you. |
| 3. | Spending time with your family on a vacation. | Fighting over petty matters and hurting your loved ones. |
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