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What Are the Advantages of Reading Mentioned by Dahl?

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What are the advantages of reading mentioned by Dahl?

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He states in his poem in a very unique fashion that before the television had come to pass, children used to spend their time reading quality books which he states in an indirect manner:

  • Develops their imagination
  • Sharpens their senses
  • Transports them to the most wonderful places
  • Allows them to spend their leisure time qualitatively.
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Chapter 1.05: Television - Extra Questions

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Evergreen Publication Treasure Trove [English] Class 9 and 10 ICSE
Chapter 1.05 Television
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