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Why does John turn wild on hearing that Gresham had offered his father money? - English

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Why does John turn wild on hearing that Gresham had offered his father money?

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John goes wild trying to convince Mr. Baldwin that it was not wrong to take the offered money. He justified it as a help to a friend who had the name his son shared. When a person with his own name is jailed, he feels that his reputation may also be spoiled.

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Chapter 3.3: The Hour of Truth (Play) - Exercise [Page 107]

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Chapter 3.3 The Hour of Truth (Play)
Exercise | Q 2. i) | Page 107

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