Once the greatest earl could flout us,
And the meanest scribe could sneer—
Nought too bad to say about us,
Nought too hard for us to hear.
Slaves to journal-owning Neroes,
And we died—no matter how—
We’re sweet singers now and heroes,
We are fashionable now.
Once we suffered all save gaol, if
We’d no rich admirers near;
And our sole guest was the bailiff
And our only comfort beer.
Now we’ll dine with toffs and “ladies”,
Who shall clasp our hands and bow.
Let the pale muse go to Hades!
We are fashionable now.
Once we had to be contented
With the “Palace of the Mind”,
While our coats were washed and mended,
And our pants were patched behind;
Now by goose-knights we are measured,
While the lordly tailors bow;
And our worn-out pants are treasured
6. If people explore space , we`ll know much about stars and planets.
7. If these people take care of the environment, they don`t drop litter everywhere.
8. If Tom didn`t forget that it was Sunday, he wouldn`t get up early.
9. If I knew your telephone number , I would call you .
10. If Alex trained hard last month, he would win the game.
11.If forests weren`t cut down in the past,many species of animals and birds wouldn`t be destroyed.
12.If I knew about recycling ,I wouldn`t throw away a lot of rubbish.
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