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Read the beginning and complete the story in your own words:
Sumit, the son of a shoe maker, was a highly intelligent student in a municipal school. His Maths teacher called him ‘Einstein’, for he was brilliant in Maths. He loved Maths. Sumit wanted to study further after SSC, however, he suffered from Polio and .....
Now, continue the story with a favourable/positive ending.
Solution
He suffered from Polio and found it quite difficult to get from his house to his college. Sumit was already the target of taunts from classmates because of his disability, and he was concerned about how others might respond if he attended college. So he doesn't want to continue school. He left the school. He had gone into depression. He had a deep desire to pursue education and become a significant individual who changes society for the better. Unfortunately, he had begun to feel uneasy because of everyone's constant stare. Fortunately, he finds hope in his parents hope. His parents always encouraged him to pursue his goals and never let his impairment prevent them from taking care of him. So, He continues his life.
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