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The Town Mouse visits his cousin, the Country Mouse.
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The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
A country mouse visits the town, where richer food comes with danger and fear.
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Town Mouse visits the country
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The Country Mouse is happy to see him.
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He has beans, bacon, cheese, and bread.
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He shares his food with the Town Mouse.
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