Who is an artisan? Why do you think the artisans suffered? (picture 3)
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Change the following sentences into indirect speech.
(i) First man: We must educate our brothers. Second man: And try to improve their material conditions. Third man: For that we must convey our grievances to the British Parliament. The first man said that _____ _____ The second man added that _______ ________ The third man suggested that ________ ________
(ii) First soldier: The white soldier gets huge pay, mansions and servants. Second soldier: We get a pittance and slow promotions. Third soldier: Who are the British to abolish our customs? The first soldier said that _______ __________ The second soldier remarked that _______ ________ The third soldier asked _______ _______
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(i) Two examples of social practices prevailing then.
(ii) Two oppressive policies of the British.
(iii) Two ways in which common people suffered.
(iv) Four reasons for the discontent that led to the 1857 War of Independence.
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