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Share your opinions/ feelings with your partner about a stranger who has a villainous look/appearance.

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Chapter 1.5: Mrs. Adis - Ice Breakers [Page 43]

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Balbharati English Yuvakbharati [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 1.5 Mrs. Adis
Ice Breakers | Q 1. (i) | Page 43

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