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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Fugitive Slave Law.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Emerson see evidence of everywhere he looks in society?
(a) Loyalty to European traditions.
(b) Lack of desire for independence.
(c) Defiant reformist mentality.
(d) Decadence.

2. How is a new experience of reality evidenced, according to "Art"?
(a) The artist's intellect.
(b) The artist's personality.
(c) The artist's work.
(d) The artist's childhood experiences.

3. How does Emerson describe culture AND humans?
(a) Malleable.
(b) Gold.
(c) Plastic.
(d) Not unlike nature.

4. According to Emerson, heroism is the unwavering determination to do the right thing combined with a supremely ______.
(a) Good heart.
(b) Strong body.
(c) Balanced mind.
(d) Hearty spirit.

5. What is another phrase for the over-soul, according to Emerson?
(a) The innocence of childhood faith.
(b) Universal consciousness.
(c) A manifestation of God.
(d) The true being.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does history favor in regard to the issue of slavery?

2. What is the ultimate effect of two lovers drawing closer to each other spiritually?

3. Why does Emerson say Webster is wrong?

4. How does Emerson suggest his readers should acquire art?

5. What is the first poem in the collection "Poetry"?

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