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Why do the commentators avoid meeting Homer and Aristotle's ghosts in the afterlife?
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They disagree with Homer and Aristotle's ideas
They are too busy with their own studies
They are ashamed of the lies in their commentaries
They don't recognize Homer and Aristotle
What is the main point Aristotle makes about truth in his discussion with Descartes and Gassendi?
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Truth is a fixed and unchanging concept
Truth is only found in ancient philosophical theories
Truth is merely an illusion used to manipulate people
Truth varies according to different people's perspectives over time
How does Gulliver's encounter with past European rulers change his perspective on history?
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He starts believing in the greatness of historical leaders he's learned about
He becomes more appreciative historians' commitment to finding the truth
He realizes the history he knew was distorted by dishonest historians
He becomes convinced that Europe is superior to other civilizations
What does Gulliver learn about historical figures during his conversation with the ghosts?
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That all of history's virtuous leaders and statesmen are falsely remembered as traitors
That many historical wars resulted from personal grudges between leaders
That some historically renowned leaders were actually weak and corrupt
That women played a more important role in history than is commonly taught
