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What was the son's profession before he passed away?
What was the son's profession before he passed away?
- Art collector
- Wealthy businessman
- Soldier (correct)
- Artist
How did the father first learn about his son's death?
How did the father first learn about his son's death?
- Through a visit from a fellow soldier
- Through a letter sent by the son
- Through a phone call from the military
- Through a telegram (correct)
What did the soldier visiting the old man bring as a gift?
What did the soldier visiting the old man bring as a gift?
- A Picasso painting
- A portrait of the son (correct)
- A Monet painting
- A sculpture of the son
What was unique about the painting that the soldier gave to the old man?
What was unique about the painting that the soldier gave to the old man?
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How did the old man react when he received the painting of his son?
How did the old man react when he received the painting of his son?
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What was the deceased's most prized possession?
What was the deceased's most prized possession?
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What event prompted the auction of the deceased's estate?
What event prompted the auction of the deceased's estate?
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Why did no one initially want to bid on the painting of the deceased's son?
Why did no one initially want to bid on the painting of the deceased's son?
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What was the significance of bidding on the portrait of the deceased's son?
What was the significance of bidding on the portrait of the deceased's son?
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What lesson does the story convey about life and inner peace?
What lesson does the story convey about life and inner peace?
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