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The grandmother was strong-minded. Justify

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The grandmother was strong-minded. Justify

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When the author went abroad for his higher studies, She did not show her emotions. She had strong personal likes and dislikes. She was a woman of contentment.

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Chapter 1.1: The Portrait of a Lady - Exercises [Page 5]

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Chapter 1.1 The Portrait of a Lady
Exercises | Q 2. e. | Page 5

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