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Lesson 8 Answers
by Paolo Rossetti

Topic  : Song
Grammar: Spelling
Level  : Beginner
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EXERCISE 8.1 - Vocabulary Answers

1. a candle             c. something used to make light with fire,
                           made of wax or paraffin; used on birthday
                           cakes
2. wind                 e. moving air
3. grace                h. a blessing; elegant beauty
4. to tear apart        j. break something into two parts
5. to whisper           a. speak very softly     
6. to be in pain        d. hurting, feeling hurt 
7. to belong            b. to be owned; to have an owner
8. to fade              l. slowly go away forever
9. a legend             f. a famous story
10. a torch             i. a fire to show the way, a flashlight
11. truth               m. something real; a fact
12. joy                 g. happiness
13. compassion          k. feeling sorry for someone; wanting to help

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EXERCISE 8.2 - Grammar Answers

1. I like your style,
   because you make me ...smile...

2. Remembering you;
   for helping me ...through...

3. Take me up high,
   where all is ...sky...

4. Please always be fair,
   and take good ...care...

5. We are the same,
   that point is ...main... 

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EXERCISE 8.3 - Reading Comprehension Answers

1.  What is the purpose of this text?
        (to remember Lady Diana's life)

2.  Who composed and sang it?
        (Elton John)

3.  Which country is mentioned in the song?
        (Great Britain)

4.  According to the song, why will Lady Diana be missed?
        (because she cared for the needy)

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