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mysteries of the world and better prepare his son for when he chooses to seek the absolute truttr
about the forbidden lands. When he does seek and learn the truth, John becomes a strong and
wise man. He declares, 'I had no fear after that...we nrust build again' (Bendt 7). Ben6t's
statement that John has 'no fear' after discovering the truth about the gods directly contrasts how
Connie grew sick with terror during the same moment of realization. Instead, John is revitalized
and motivated after discovering that the unattainable gods were humans: deciding to 'build
again' demonstrates how John sees the truth in apositive light. 'Must' is a very strong verb and
shows John's detennination and commitrnent to rebgilding a strong and powerful nation.
Because of his father's open mind *u@Jr#h. *orro from an early age,John not only
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thrives under the new possibilities it brings.
1-he autfr-6rs of these works add valuable arguments to the growing debate surrounding
and protected from the adult world. All three pieces caution against this practice, for children too
sheltered by their parents cannot function in the real world: the failures of Connie and
Telemachos to mature with grace show the negative effects the omission of truth has on young
adults, while John's successfirl transformation into an intelligent and capable ilum supports those
who claim that exposure to different parts of the world at a younger age helps make the shift to
adulthood easier. ln some cases, this overprotective parenting style leads to the child making
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multiple mistakes and havinp lots gf trouble trying to stand on his or her own feet, but the most
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unfortunate circumstances prove that not only is this hovering counterproductive, it places young
adults into dangerous situations. Adolescents mature through exposure, so it is important for
them to experience as much as possible in order to grow into the most proficient and adept
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