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In Folklore and in Fiction, There Are Stories of Humans

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In folklore and in fiction, there are stories of humans reared by animals (for example, Mowgli in Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book) who are conceptualized as having a sense of self. Could such a person exist? Explain your position.


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Lion Gate

The main entrance of the Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae in Greece, famous for its lintel topped by a relief sculpture of two lionesses.

Repoussé Image

A metalworking technique where the surface is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a raised design.

Corbel-Vaulted Galleries

Architectural features where arches or vaults are supported by a series of corbels—projecting stones, bricks, or wooden blocks—creating a passageway or gallery.

Tiryns

An ancient city in Greece, known for its archaeological site that includes impressive Mycenaean period fortifications.

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