"Alex ( my dad)": HTML5 Crossword

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1. 7. What is an ancient way of getting someone to laugh? (7)
4. 6. What sport did he play on the national team? (8)
7. 2. What form of jokes does dad excel in? (3,5)
8. 5. What type of dog did dad have as a child? (8)

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2. 1. What is a game he plays that includes socks? (6,4,7)
3. 4. Where was dad born in? (6)
4. 3. What is an affectionate way of strangling people? (4)
5. 10. Where is his favourite place in the Maldives? (5)
6. 9. What’s his secret ingredient for Shirley temple? (5)