Abstract Artifact Theory about Fictional Characters Defended — Why Sainsbury’s Category-Mistake Objection is Mistaken Zsófia Zvolenszky* Institute of Philosophy‚ Eötvös University (ELTE) Abstract. In this paper‚ I explore a line of argument against one form of realism about fictional characters: abstract artifact theory (‘artifactualism’‚ for short)‚ the view according to which fictional characters like Harry Potter are part of our reality‚ but (unlike concrete entities like the Big Ben
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should continue to find out more or should I just stop‚ but I think to myself that I could be the powerful one.I continue and found a crumpled piece of paper. To whoever is reading this‚ I suggest you get rid of this box now it will bring harm upon all and if fear that this cycle will still continue. This box...it will unleash a great power...to those you are greedy and bumptious‚ this will influence you to want the unlimited power from this box and you are well aware of the precautions you have to
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what will be an engaging analysis of the complexity of conflict in literature. If you ponder upon it‚ how many of us have experienced some form of conflict in our lives? No doubt all of you. But year 11‚ it is the way in which we handle this conflict that moulds us into the individuals we are today. My work in the novel ‘We all fall down’ has caused some controversy in schools simply because I paint the picture of characters who fail to metaphorically ‘get back up’. I’ve no doubt that if you look closely
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darkness causes mistakes to happen‚ that is no different when it comes to police action shootings. Mistake-of-Fact shootings happen all too often. Although officers are trying some less lethal options‚ 18% of police action shootings in LA in-between 1998-2002 were thought to be mistake-of-fact shootings. Steps need to be taken to lower numbers of mistake-of-fact shootings. In my opinion officers need more low-light training‚ less lethal training‚ and usage of sight alignment. A lot of mistake-of-fact shooting
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5 Remodeling Mistakes Homeowners Need to Avoid Making the decision to remodel your home should not be taken lightly. There is a significant expense to it‚ along with some temporary inconveniences. But when done right‚ the positives of having your home modernized will significantly outweigh the negatives. And if the job is well-planned and executed correctly‚ many of those negative aspects can avoided or minimized anyway. If you’d like to make your renovation go as smooth as possible‚ here are
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Common Mistakes People Commit When Buying a Home Buying a home is an exhilarating time. More so for the first-time home buyer. But there’s more to buying a home than simply putting money down and signing on the dotted line. There are many homebuyer mistakes that happen that can turn a dream home into a nightmare. Pre-approved Before stepping into any potential listing‚ a new home buyer will want to first visit a bank or other lending organizations. Pre-approval for a mortgage loan is the only
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1. Explain why Adichie is hopeful. (1) She believes in the ability of human beings to make and remake themselves for the better. 2. Identify and explain the effectiveness of the image: “masculinity becomes a hard‚ small cage.” (3) It is a metaphor (1). Views or perceptions of masculinity is being compared to a cage. This is an effective comparison as it implies that ouf view of masculinity is restrictive‚ narrow‚ stifiling‚ suffocating or indestructible. (2) 3. List the four things Adichie says
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Amanda Boyd The Picture of Dorian Gray A key mistake established by the main characters in The Picture of Dorian Gray‚ is that their focus is always set on one another’s outer beauty rather than their moral backbone. In Oscar Wilde’s time era the society that he lived in was significantly influenced by the way people looked and dressed rather than the quality of their character. Lord Henry is the perfect example for someone who is only concerned with one’s outward appearance and social
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In the TED talk‚ “ When We Design for Disability‚ We all Benefit‚” Elise Roy explains how her life has changed her perspective on how to make different tools to help with different disabilities. Disabilities help improve design by all people in society because eventually many people will enjoy the new invention that was made for a person with disabilities. Roy explains how she invented safety goggles for wood shop that can visually alert the person when an object is going to come back at her using
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3.5 Implementation It is impossible to control all of the factors involved in language planning‚ social‚ political‚ and linguistic. Yet‚ an overall implementation plan is the most promising precaution for avoiding haphazard result (Rubin‚ 1971; Cooper‚ 1989). The Norwegian case exemplifies the risks involved in failure to design an implementation plan beforehand. Aasen’s and Knudsen’s proposed language norms gained recognition partly due to the nationalistic spirit of the time‚ and partly due to
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