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Example: “Let’s go!” shouted Coach Beefy.
❶ It is a nice day.
❷ We had a delicious meal.
❸ That is a big building.
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❹ Mrs. Jovial is always so happy.
Ha! Ha! FUNNY Word Search
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❽ Wow, that was a nice try!
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❾ What is your plan, Secret Agent Map?
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❿ Professor Obtuse is very smart.
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Ha! Ha! FUNNY Word Search (p. 7)
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amusing
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