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English Core · 2024 · 2 marks
CBSE 2024 · Region 4 · Set 1 · Q10
'See you soon Amma.' How are these words contrary to the speaker's emotions? (My Mother at Sixty-six)
'See you soon Amma.' How are these words contrary to the speaker's emotions? (My Mother at Sixty-six)
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fears separation / quite disturbed
speaks words of reassurance, positivity and hope
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