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t the week-end, Naeem went to the zoo with his mother and
sister. He was amazed to see how cute and beautiful all the
animals were. He fed some of them and watched others from a dis-
tance. A naughty baby elephant sprayed water on his sister's dress.
Naeem and his mother laughed and continued on their way.
"Look at that pretty peacock!" said Naeem's mother.
Naeem and his sister were really impressed by how beautiful the
peacock was. Naeem drew a bit nearer to see the peacock from
right up close.
"Hello, Naeem," said the peacock. "I am known as the most
splendid looking creature in the animal kingdom."
Naeem answered: "Your tail is really beautiful. Are all peacocks'
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