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Suppose, you were Ajai Sharma. You got your report-card and were shocked to see that you
only got 68% marks which was much below than what you had expected. Write a letter to
your father who lives in Mumbai, about your result and your performance in the exams.

Listen to the conversation between Garima and her mother and find the reactions of your
parents after getting your report-card.

Mother : How is your result, Garima?

Garima : Very good! I’ve scored 97% marks, Mom.
Mother : Fantastic! You have scored very good marks.

Garima : Thank you, Mom. I have stood second in my class.

Mother : Second? But, I expected you to top the class! Where did you lag behind?
Garima : I have got less marks in Maths.

Mother : Work hard in Maths and try to get more marks next time. Make sure you stand
first in your class.
Garima : OK, Mom. I will try my best.

Mother : Best of luck!

Punctuation
Punctuation
Punctuation
Insert commas, where necessary, in the following sentences.
1. Don’t be afraid my friend I won’t harm you.

2. Spring while we are writing is here.
3. The birds the flowers the buds and the sunshine proclaim the coming of spring.

4. The sun has set the moon has risen the stars have come out and night has arrived.

5. He said to me “Please take your seat here.”
6. Have a good day Tom.

7. Health is after all the most important thing.
8. Unfortunately she damaged her elbow when she fell.

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