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Question
Think and write in your own words, in your notebook.
Why did Anil employ Hari as a cook, although he could not afford to pay him?
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Solution
Anil wanted someone to cook for him. He felt that perhaps Hari could cook for him, and in return he could feed him, as he could not afford to pay him. Anil was also kind-hearted and probably felt sorry of Hari.
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