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Velu stood on the platform but he felt “as if he was still on a moving train.” Why?

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Velu stood on the platform but he felt “as if he was still on a moving train.” Why?

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After a long train journey, Velu was too tired. Moreover, he was not able to sleep also. That is why Velu, while on the platform, was feeling as if he was still on a moving train.

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Chapter 2: Children At Work - Comprehension Check [Page 9]

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Chapter 2 Children At Work
Comprehension Check | Q 1. | Page 9

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