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     Reading French is easier than speaking it.

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1.       It is foolish arguing over trifles.(пустяки)

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We prefer going by air.

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   I like climbing.

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The child had no difficulty in solving the puzzle.

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Jack’s hobby is collecting all sorts of bugs and butterflies.

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In spite of being tired, he continued working.

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The hall was used for dancing.

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Before crossing the road stop and look both ways.

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We have no intention of ordering sandwiches with pork

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