Question

why did Mildred and Helen prefer to go through the trestle? what was the outcome of their decision

Answer 1

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mildred and helen prefer to go through the trestle as it was shortcut to their house. the outcome of their decision was life threatening as the train came can the trestle was trembling and helen was almost choked by smoke and they had to jumb off to save their life.

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