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English Core · 2026 · 2 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 5 · Set 1 · Q11
What prompted Sadao to put the unfinished report into the secret drawer of his desk? (The Enemy)
What prompted Sadao to put the unfinished report into the secret drawer of his desk ? (The Enemy)
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was not sure whether to hand over the prisoner of war or enemy to the police
was not sure about the reaction of the old General
was afraid that he may be seen as a traitor for saving the enemy / afraid of being arrested
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.