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The line - ‘I first read this novel years ago, when I did not understand it at all and was left unimpressed.’ tells us about the book reviewer’s opinion about the book. Complete the following sentences using the expressions.
(1) In my opinion, every hard-working person achieves success in life.
(2) I strongly feel that ____________
(3) I wish I could ____________
(4) As far as I know you ____________
(5) I think ____________
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Solution
(1) In my opinion every hardworking person achieves success in life.
(2) I strongly feel that there should be a complete ban on tobacco.
(3) I wish I could go to the moon.
(4) As far as I know, you have never taken part in a debate.
(5) I think they know what they are doing.
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