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Where does this story take place?

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Question

Where does this story take place?

Options

  • in a bakery

  • at the police station

  • in Ms. Gervis' house

  • in Ms. Gervis' apartment

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Solution

In Ms. Gervis' apartment.

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Chapter 7.1: The Dying Detective - Listening [Page 196]

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Samacheer Kalvi English Class 10 SSLC TN Board
Chapter 7.1 The Dying Detective
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