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Which is the right sentence? “Cambridge was my metaphor for England.” To the writer,

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Which is the right sentence?

“Cambridge was my metaphor for England.” To the writer,

Options

  • Cambridge was a reputed university in England.

  • England was famous for Cambridge.

  • Cambridge was the real England.

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Solution

To the writer, Cambridge was the real England.

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Chapter 7.1: A Visit to Cambridge - Comprehension Check [Page 100]

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Chapter 7.1 A Visit to Cambridge
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