How does the author introduce the idea of true altruism in paragraphs 1-2? A. as a concept that confuses many people because of its apparent selfless nature B. as something very few people are capable of because it requires true selflessness C. as actions that appear selfless but actually benefit the individual in the end D. as something only babies and young children are capable of because of their innocence

What is the central idea of the "allegory of the cave"? a. most men live chained to the wall of a cave all of their lives, facing a blank wall, and trying to guess the nature of objects reflected by a fire. b. a philosopher is like a prisoner freed from the cave that comes to understand that the shadows are not reality, rather he understands reality by his experience. c. men who allow their experience to be shaped by perceptions and shadows do not know a better life. d. a philosopher must return to share the news of enlightenment with others who will not necessarily accept his good news. part