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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 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: NATURE
Set 2: IS
Set 3: MY
Set 4: TEACHER
The message is ‘Nature is my Teacher’.
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