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During my grandfather’s younger days, not He was a part of the army’s hockey and football
every child had the opportunity to go to school. He teams. He spent sixteen years in the military until
was lucky he could attend school even though his he voluntarily retired.
parents did not have enough savings. He managed
the whole year with only one set of school uniform! Now, he is retired and spending his time at home
Even though he faced some difficulties, he still doing gardening. He loves to spend his time in
went to school every day. He was very interested the garden looking after his plants. He has a dog
in sports and participated in all sports activities in named Dary, who is his best buddy. I have not
school. He excelled in athletics and football. seen him for the past three years due to COVID-19
restrictions on travel. I am very excited to see him
However, he could not finish his 10th grade as during the holidays at the end of the year.
he needed to find a job to support his family. My
grandfather found a job in the army using his Avantika Vivek
sports achievements when he was seventeen. Primary 4.1(2022)

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