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Question 12 of 34

CAT

Reading Comprehension

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it has been arrogated for various political and cultural purposes

of its nostalgic association with a pre-industrial past.

folk is a sonic "shabby chic" with an antique veneer

the notion of folk has led to several debates and disagreements

✅ Correct Option: 2

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