One day, as they were going hunting, a cat jumped out and caught Tom's
mouse.

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Tom drew his sword and tried to drive the cat away.

The king ran to help poor Tom, but the little mouse was dead, and Tom
was scratched and bitten.

Tom was put to bed, but he did not die.

No indeed! he was soon well again, and fought many brave battles and did
many brave deeds to please the king.

_English Fairy Tale_




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wouldn't pouring earnest lady


Suppose, my little lady,
Your doll should break her head,