Inside there was a boulder of rock. Its smooth surface
glistened like gold. Johns hands shook. He wished hed
stayed with his brothers. His parents quarrel had upset
him and that was why hed run away. In a weeks time
they were going on holiday. He wished now that hed
stayed at home as hed been told.- Correct the following passage where necessary:
The foll doc from Mrs Barker gives info about the
lectures to be given by Prof Peter Coombs in Sept and
Oct in St Margaret’s Church Hall. The Hall is in Church
Rd and is situated near the station. Prof Peter Coombs
will be accompanied by Dr Martin.See pages 165–6 for suggested answers.
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