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English · 2026 · 3 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 1 · Q9
Ausable displayed a remarkable presence of mind combined with a good sense of humour to handle Max. Justify. (The Midnight Visitor)
Ausable displayed a remarkable presence of mind combined with a good sense of humour to handle Max. Justify. (The Midnight Visitor)
Official answer
doesn’t show any fear, sat on the chair
remained calm and devised a plan
is sharp witted
cooked up a story
raised the issue of balcony, which was not there
made Max believe that knock was by the police
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