What prevents people from flying faster than the speed of light according to the laws of physics?
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The laws of physics prevent breaking the light barrier.
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What does the author suggest about human desires in relation to flying?
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Humans want the powers that they observe in other creatures.
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What does the term 'prescient' mean in relation to an author?
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It refers to the ability to predict or describe events before they happen.
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What is the meaning of the prefix 'fore-' in the word 'forethought'?
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It means 'ahead of time'.
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What does 'forewarned' imply about the timing of the warning?
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It implies that the warning was given before the event.
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What is the significance of 'wing envy' as mentioned in the passage?
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It reflects the human desire to possess the abilities of flying creatures.
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How does H. G. Wells illustrate the concept of prescience in his writing?
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By describing aerial warfare in 'The Sleeper Awakes' before it was invented.
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