The ceremony began (a)———- 2 pm. Our principal presided (b) ——— the function. The function started (c)——— the recitation from the Holy Quran. One of our senior teachers read (d)——~— the annual report. The Deputy Commissioner, the honourable chief guest, delivered a brief speech. He advised the students to be regular in studies and take part in the movement (e)———- illiteracy .