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What was Cavafy's other profession apart from being a poet?

  • Actor

  • Civil servant

  • Politician

  • Physician

Answer

Civil servant, in addition to his prolific writing, Constantine Cavafy held a position as a civil servant, working for the Ministry of Public Works. Born into a wealthy family, he inherited his grandfather’s extensive property portfolio and also worked as a stockbroker, using his wealth to support his literary pursuits.
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