Quote by Damian Lewis

I was, if you like, a successful schoolboy in that I had a degree of talent in all the required things that make you a success at school.

I was, if you like, a successful schoolboy in that I had a d

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In this quote, the author describes themselves as a "successful schoolboy" because they possessed a degree of talent in all the necessary areas required for academic success. This implies that they were able to excel in their studies and meet the expectations set by the educational institution they were a part of. The quote suggests that the author's abilities and skills allowed them to navigate and thrive within the system of school, effectively meeting the criteria and standards established by their peers and educators.

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