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Use the option to fill in the blank. The children ______ happy.

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Use the option to fill in the blank.

The children ______ happy.

Options

  • was

  • were

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Solution

The children were happy.

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Chapter 1.2: Neha’s Alarm Clock - Neha’s Alarm Clock [Page 13]

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NCERT English - Marigold Class 4
Chapter 1.2 Neha’s Alarm Clock
Neha’s Alarm Clock | Q 2. (f). | Page 13

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