Godwin's Things as They Are; or, The Adventures of Caleb Williams (1794) was written to expose:
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Correct answer: C. the abuse of power by a tyrannical system of government
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The novel dramatises Political Justice: Falkland, protected by law and rank, hounds his servant Caleb.
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