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What work did she do? Think of a one-word answer.

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She was a ragpicker.

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Chapter 2: Children At Work - Comprehension Check [Page 13]

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NCERT English - It So Happened Class 8
Chapter 2 Children At Work
Comprehension Check | Q 4. | Page 13

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