For over a thousand years, mankind has always feared the world of the unknown. Fear has always been man's most primal instinct since the dawn of time. Their irrational fear has led them to extreme paranoia and a strong feeling of hatred for anything that is unfathomable. But first, what exactly is the "unknown?" and why is it so frightening? ...

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• Approx Pages: 11
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• Grade Level: High School