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Peter gave himself up for lost and shed big tears;

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But his sobs were overheard by some friendly sparrows

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Who flew to him in great excitement and implored him to exert himself.

Mr. McGregor came up with a sieve which he intended to pop on the top
of Peter, but Peter wriggled out just in time.

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Leaving his jacket behind him.

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He rushed into the tool-shed and--

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Jumped into a can.

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