Question

what does this sentence mean exactly and how many boys are there?
"The older boys were working in the fleld, while the smaller ones were playing near the house until the woman called to them all."​

Answer 1

maybe 4 boys are there

Answer 2

Hey buddy here is ur answer =

it means that the older boys were hardworking and believed in "work and earn". While the smaller ones were easy going, and kind . they were indulged in playing their respective games and enjoying their childhood .

now ur second question is how many boys are there=

so total boys= older boys+younger boys

they are plural indicating that it is more than 1. but exact number cannot be calculated

wishes-vinay

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