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- 22 Jun 2019
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- 28 May 2026
Which ancient Gaelic warrior-poet was praised by both Napoleon and Thomas Jefferson as surpassing Homer in greatness?
Multiple choice question for Ages, era, period. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
Ossian, the legendary Gaelic warrior-poet, was highly regarded by figures like Napoleon and Thomas Jefferson, who regarded him as even greater than Homer. The other options refer to different historical or literary figures and do not match this description.
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