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प्रश्न
Why did the pirate 'gape' at Belinda's dragon?
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उत्तर
The dragon snorted loudly and raced towards the pirate as soon as he saw him. The dragon's ferocious response surprised the pirate. He was unable to control his response and gaped in horror and astonishment as he peered at the dragon.
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