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Mum Warned Dad to

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Mum Warned Dad to

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  • take medicines regularly.

  • climb up the tree carefully.

  • walk Slowly.

  • stay silent.

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climb up the tree carefully.

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Chapter 7.2: Dad and the Cat and the Tree - Extra Questions

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Chapter 7.2 Dad and the Cat and the Tree
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