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प्रश्न
Whose life was of ‘great value’ to England? In what way?
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उत्तर
According to Roger, Mr. Weston’s life was of great value. He was the most well-known and most impartial judge in England.
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| WESTON | My dear, your husband’s life is in grave danger. |
| LADY WESTON | The last time it was in danger you had been eating game pie. What is it this time? |
| WESTON (annihilating her flippancy with one broadside) | Assassination! |
| LADY WESTON | Well, well! You always wanted to be a great man and now you have got your wish! |
| WESTON | What do you mean? |
| LADY WESTON | They don’t assassinate anybody. |
