What is the main theme of the story 'Funes the Memorious' by Jorge Luis Borges?

Funes the Memorious: Memory and Perception

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The burden of perfect memory
The power of imagination
The mystery of time travel
The importance of friendship
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How does Borges first encounter Funes?
At a family gathering
On a trip to Uruguay
During a lecture
In a library
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What event leads to Funes's extraordinary memory?
A lightning strike
A car accident
A fall from a horse
A severe illness
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What is one of the challenges Funes faces due to his memory?
He cannot sleep
He forgets his past
He loses his sight
He cannot speak
5.
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How does Borges describe Funes's memory in relation to dreams?
His dreams are less vivid than reality
He cannot dream at all
His dreams are more vivid than reality
His dreams are the same as reality
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What does Funes's memory prevent him from doing?
Learning new languages
Recognizing faces
Understanding emotions
Generalizing concepts
7.
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What kind of language does Funes attempt to create?
A language of musical notes
A language with unique names for each object
A language based on colors
A universal language
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