Lucretius — Questions and answers

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What was Lucretius's main goal for understanding the universe?

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  1. To become very smart
  2. To conquer fear ✓
  3. To write famous poems
  4. To learn about ancient history

Answer: To conquer fear

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Who was the Greek philosopher whose idea about atoms Lucretius followed?

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  1. Winona
  2. Luka
  3. Epicurus ✓
  4. Cicero

Answer: Epicurus

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Did everyone agree with Lucretius's ideas about the soul and the afterlife?

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  1. Yes, everyone agreed
  2. No, many people criticized them ✓
  3. Only children agreed
  4. Only other poets agreed

Answer: No, many people criticized them

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What is Lucretius's greatest contribution, according to this page?

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  1. His beautiful drawings
  2. His belief in the power of reason ✓
  3. His ability to tell stories
  4. His collection of shiny rocks

Answer: His belief in the power of reason

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