Question

how was the brick layer able to defend himself?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The brick layer able to defend himself by passing the guilt to the dancing girl.He told that as she was young i.e why she distracted me with her anklets jingling.He said that she was moving up and down in the street again and again.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

The king ordered the bricklayer to be brought to the court for the thief's death. The bricklayer had been held responsible for the death of the thief. But he tried to defend himself saying that a dancing girl disturbed his concentration. Hence, she should be held responsible for the thief's death.

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