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It is the end of a school day
and down the long drive
come bag-swinging, shouting children.
Deafened, the sky winces.
The sun gapes in surprise.
Suddenly the runners skid to a stop,
stand still and stare
at a small hedgehog
curled-up on the tarmac
like an old, frayed cricket ball.
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Why do the runners stop?

Answer 1

Answer:

The runners stop to see a small hedgehog curled-up like an old, frayed cricket ball on the tarmac.

Answer 2

The runners stop to see a small hedgehog who is curled up like an old, frayed cricket ball.