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Why according to Maya Angelou, does the caged bird sing?

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Why according to Maya Angelou, does the caged bird sing?

विकल्प

  • To pass his time

  • Because he is hungry for 'fat worms'

  • To voice his protest

  • To communicate with the free bird

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उत्तर

To voice his protest

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