Question

why was hundred metre race reduced to walk​

Answer 1

Answer:

The phrase 'the hundred-yard dash now reduced to a walk' describes the moment when the other eight contestants help their friend, who had fallen down, to stand up on his feet. Since the boy was unable to run, the others decide not to run either. All nine contestants walk hand-in-hand to the finish line.

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