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According to Major's speech, which philosopher's thoughts does he initially echo?
According to Major's speech, which philosopher's thoughts does he initially echo?
- John Locke
- Immanuel Kant
- Jean-Jacques Rousseau
- Thomas Hobbes (correct)
According to Major, what is the flaw in his thinking?
According to Major, what is the flaw in his thinking?
- Believing that animals are incapable of wrongdoing
- Overestimating the power of a strong government
- Ignoring the root cause of hunger and overwork
- Assuming that only humans are capable of evil (correct)
What does Major argue could happen if the tyranny of Man was overthrown?
What does Major argue could happen if the tyranny of Man was overthrown?
- Humans would become extinct
- Animals would establish a strong government
- Animals would become the new rulers
- The earth would become a paradise (correct)
According to Major, what is the root cause of hunger and overwork?
According to Major, what is the root cause of hunger and overwork?
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How does Major view his fellow animals?
How does Major view his fellow animals?
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