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upon its back are all erected, and, with a horrid grin, 
it shows its extended teeth. 
153. The Hyaena is stronger than the wolf, and 
more courageous. It frequently attacks men, and 
sometimes carries off cattle. It has the courage to 
defend itself against the lion, is a match for the 
panther, and seldom fails to conquer the ounce. 
THE SHEEP. 
154. The Sheep, in its present domestic state, is, 
of all animals, the most defenseless and inoffensive. 
With its liberty it seems to have been deprived of 
its swiftness and cunning, and what in the ass is 
called patience, in the Sheep appears to be stupidity. 
Loaded with a ponderous fleece, slow and feeble, it 
would soon be extirpated if exposed to the dangers 
of the forest ; for safety, therefore, it is compelled 
to rely solely upon man. 
155. This animal renders very important services 
to mankind ; but it is too well known to require a 
detail of its habits or uses. The Sheep of England 
What is said in regard to its strength and courage ? 
What is said of the Sheep in its domestic state f 
