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The phrase "asked why he was" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when inquiring about the reason for someone's state or action, often in reported speech.
Example: "She asked why he was upset after the meeting."
Alternatives: "inquired about his reason for" or "wondered why he was".
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The policeman asked why he was armed.
Mr. Dannenberg asked why he was staring.
She asked why he was in the E.P.F.
Mr. Larsen asked why he was going then.
Asked why he was so certain, Burress shrugged.
Others asked why he was not more concerned about unemployment.
SOMETIMES Merton Miller was asked why he was not richer.
The priest asked why he was being forced out.
He asked why he was being treated like a criminal".
He was asked why he was so devoted to it.
Naturally I asked why he was doing this for me.
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