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The University of Virginia was founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819.

Aristotle’s formal education began at the age of 17, when he enrolled in Plato’s Academy in Athens. After spending 20 years at the Academy, Aristotle left Athens and spent the next 12 years traveling and conducting scientific research.

Princeton is known for being one of the eight Ivy League schools and for its high academic standards.

The frame narrative of The Canterbury Tales is set up as a story within a story. The narrator, Chaucer, is on a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral with a group of other pilgrims. As they travel, they take turns telling stories to pass the time.

One reason the Scarlet Letter is banned is because it is set in Puritan society, which some people find controversial. Additionally, the book deals with themes of adultery and sin, which some people believe are inappropriate for young readers.

The conflict in Diary of a Wimpy Kid is that Greg is trying to figure out how to be popular in middle school.

The ducks symbolize Holden’s innocence and desire for companionship. He is fascinated by them and their simple way of life.

Pearl is the daughter of Hester Prynne, the protagonist of the novel. She is a symbol of Hester’s sin, and her name reflects her role in the novel.

The title character, Faust, sells his soul to the devil because he is discontented with his life and wishes to experience more.

The bible says that fathers are to raise their sons in the ways of the Lord. Fathers are also to teach their sons to obey God’s commands.