Quote by Alexandre Dumas

How is it that little children are so intelligent and men so stupid? It must be education that does it.

How is it that little children are so intelligent and men so

Summary

This quote suggests that the stark contrast in intelligence between young children and adults can be attributed to the influence of education. Children, with their inherent ability to absorb and learn, are viewed as naturally intelligent. Conversely, the quotemaker suggests that adults often perceive themselves as less intelligent due to the impact of education, possibly an allusion to the limitations and biases imposed by traditional educational systems. Thus, this quote reflects on the transformative power of education in shaping intellectual capacities and potentially questioning its efficacy in nurturing intelligence beyond childhood.

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By Alexandre Dumas

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