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Question
Rearrange the good qualities in each set, so that the first letter of each of the words should make a meaningful word. Join the sets and get a message.
Set 1: Understanding/Adaptable/Tolerant/Neat/ Encouraging Resourceful.
- The word is _____________
Set 2: Selfless/Inspiring
- The word is ____________
Set 3: Youthful/Modest
- The word is ___________
Set 4: Affectionate/Compassionate/Empathetic/ Earnest/Honest/Reliable/Trustworthy
- The word is _____________
- The message is _______________
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Solution
Set 1: Neat/Adaptable/Tolerant/Understanding Resourceful/Encouraging
Set 2: Inspiring/Selfless
Set 3: Modest/Youthful
Set 4: Trustworthy/Earnest/Affectionate /Compassionate/Honest/Empathetic/Reliable
The message is: Nature is my teacher.
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