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Write in your own words: What does the listener do when the poet asks him to just listen? Give 3 points.

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Write in your own words:

What does the listener do when the poet asks him to just listen? Give 3 points.

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When the poet asks the listener to just listen to him, the listener gives him advice, tells him the reason why he shouldn't feel depressed, and tries to solve his problem.

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Chapter 4.1: Please Listen! - English Workshop [Page 83]

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Chapter 4.1 Please Listen!
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