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Maths book problems

Problems

Sums to solve / troubles that make you unhappy.

Why was the maths book sad? It had too many problems.

Remember: A maths book is full of 'problems' (sums), and a sad person has 'problems' (worries). One word, two meanings: that's a pun.

Short lessonWord playWriters play with words by joining opposites or by giving one word two meanings at once.

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