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Walton was taken under the wing of which literary family?

  • The Shelleys

  • The Sitwells

  • The Brontës

  • The Wordsworths

Answer

The Sitwells were a family of writers and poets who were known for their eccentricity and their sharp wit. They were also known for their support of younger writers, and they helped to launch the careers of many notable writers, including William Walton. Walton was taken under the wing of the Sitwells when he was a young man, and they helped him to develop his talent as a composer.
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