Why did the headmaster give Megala a special prize?

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The headmaster gave Megala a special prize because she continued to run even after a fall.

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Chapter 3.3: The Magic Pencil - Exercise [Page 125]

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Samacheer Kalvi English - Term 3 Class 4 TN Board

Chapter 3.3 The Magic Pencil
Exercise | Q 4. | Page 125

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