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प्रश्न
Based on your reading of the story answer the following question by choosing the correct option:
Duke never jumped on Chuck again because ________
विकल्प
Chuck was angry with Duke for jumping at him.
Duke realised that Chuck was not well and could not balance himself.
Marcy did not allow Duke to come near Chuck.
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उत्तर
Duke realised that Chuck was not well and could not balance himself.
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