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Question
Answer the following question in 30-40 words:
Why was Matilda unhappy in her early married life?
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Solution
Matilda was unhappy in her early married life because she was born in a simple clerk’s family. She had big dreams and wanted a rich and luxurious life. She loved fine clothes, tasty food, and jewellery. But her poor social and economic condition made her sad and dissatisfied.
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