In the complex ecosystem of a forest, every creature plays a vital role. The deer, for example, graze on the undergrowth, controlling the spread of certain plants. The birds, on the other hand, spread seeds, aiding in the propagation of various species of trees. The insects, though often overlooked, form a(n) _______ network of interactions: they decompose dead organic matter, pollinate flowers, and serve as a food source for other animals.

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In ancient cultures, mythology played a crucial role in explaining the world around them. The gods and goddesses were often depicted as having _______ relationships with each other, with each deity having a specific role or domain. For example, in Greek mythology, Zeus was the king of the gods and the god of the sky, Poseidon was the god of the sea, and Hades was the god of the underworld. These relationships were not always harmonious; they were filled with conflicts, alliances, and power struggles that mirrored human experiences and helped explain natural phenomena and societal norms. The myths served as a way to convey moral lessons, cultural values, and historical events, often through elaborate stories of divine interactions and adventures.

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Existentialism, a philosophical theory or approach, emphasizes the existence of the individual person as a free and responsible agent determining their own development through acts of the will. Key philosophers such as Sartre, Nietzsche, and Kierkegaard, each contributed to the _______ tapestry of existential thought: Sartre focused on the concept of freedom and responsibility; Nietzsche emphasized the idea of life affirmation; and Kierkegaard highlighted the importance of personal choice and commitment.

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The following text is from e.e. cummings' poem 'i carry your heart with me'.

i carry your heart with me(i carry it in my heart)i am never without it(anywhere i go you go,my dear;and whatever is done by only me is your doing,my darling) i fear no fate(for you are my fate,my sweet)i want no world(for beautiful you are my world,my true) and it’s you are whatever a moon has always meant and whatever a sun will always sing is you here is the deepest secret nobody knows (here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud and the sky of the sky of a tree called life;which grows higher than soul can hope or mind can hide) and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart i carry your heart(i carry it in my heart)

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The following text is from Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel 'Wuthering Heights.'

He's more myself than I am. Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same. If all else perished, and he remained, I should still continue to be; and if all else remained, and he were annihilated, the universe would turn to a mighty stranger.

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