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In Charles Dickens's novel 'Hard Times', why is the September evening described as having a 'drooping eyelid' during Mrs. Sparsit's pursuit? (a) Because dusk is falling and the day is drawing to a close. (b) Because the dark, overcast sky resembles a heavy, drooping eyelid. (c) Because nature is indifferent and tired of Mrs. Sparsit's pursuit. (d) Because flora and fauna are going to sleep.
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- 3(c) is incorrect
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(a) and (b) are correct
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