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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sleepy Hollow, 1844.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does pastoral ideology conflict with, in Marx's account?
(a) Industrial modernism.
(b) Urbanization.
(c) The reality of history.
(d) Extractive industries.

2. What is the first reaction Marx describes to industrialism?
(a) Feelings of alienation.
(b) Unionization.
(c) Relocation.
(d) Rebellion.

3. How was Hawthorne's description interrupted?
(a) By an Indian.
(b) By a merchant.
(c) By a blue jay.
(d) By a railroad whistle.

4. What does Marx say is the 'sentimental' pastoral ideal?
(a) The savages' harmony with nature.
(b) Green, rural lifestyle.
(c) Harnessing natural resources.
(d) Domesticating wild things.

5. What does Marx say is the central theme of pastoral literature?
(a) The imperative to transform nature.
(b) The interruption of woodland peace.
(c) The desire to merge with nature.
(d) The futility of fighting nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. What associations were suggested by Marx's leading symbol of industrialism?

2. What is the second reaction Marx describes to industrialism?

3. In what art does Marx see pastoral ideology contributing to a more realistic outcome for American society?

4. What kind of lifestyle does Marx say Americans want?

5. Who typically espouses the sentimental pastoral ideal?

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