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Why did Chandni hate the rope round her neck?

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Why did Chandni hate the rope round her neck?

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Chandni hated the rope around her neck as it would not let her go any further. She wanted to run across the green fields towards the hills. However, the rope around her neck stopped her from doing so. It restricted her freedom.

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Chapter 7: Chandni - Comprehension Check [Page 49]

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Chapter 7 Chandni
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