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Read the lines given below and answer the following question:
| “But my darling, if you love me,” thought Miss Meadows, “I don’t Mind how much it is. Love me as little as you like.” |
Where was Miss Meadows as she thought these thoughts?
Options
In the music hall.
In the corridor.
At her window.
In the Principal’s office.
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Solution
In the music hall.
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