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Why is the Flying Squad frustrated?

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Why is the Flying Squad frustrated?

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The Flying squad is frustrated because every time they rush to the spot of crime to arrest Macavity, he is not there.

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Chapter 4.2: Macavity - The Mystery Cat - Exercises [Page 128]

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Chapter 4.2 Macavity - The Mystery Cat
Exercises | Q A. ii. | Page 128

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