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Question
Now read the sentence below. Complete them appropriately with the word you identified from the grid.
The children are _______ of Margot and ______the door and let her out.
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Solution
The children are reminded of Margot and unlock the door and let her out.
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| LADY WESTON | The last time it was in danger you had been eating game pie. What is it this time? |
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