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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Go Alone.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Richardson characterize Emerson's feelings about the changes he made after Ellen's death?
(a) Depression and doubt.
(b) Moderation and deliberation.
(c) Fear and freedom.
(d) Exhilaration and vision.

2. How did Emerson describe Ellen Tucker?
(a) Sensitive and religious.
(b) Beautiful, with a vibrant spirit.
(c) Strong-willed and supportive.
(d) Rhapsodic and angelic.

3. What was Emerson reading of Bronson Alcott's, after settling down with Lidian?
(a) Theories of education.
(b) Views of childhood.
(c) Poetry.
(d) Philosophy.

4. What was Emerson like as a student?
(a) Distinguished.
(b) Unsuccessful.
(c) Middling.
(d) Exceptional.

5. On whom did Emerson's reading focus after he graduated from Harvard?
(a) Scottish Common Sense philosophers.
(b) German Transcendentalists.
(c) Platonic philosophers.
(d) Romantic poets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Emerson's first son's name?

2. How does Richardson characterize Emerson's relation to other writers?

3. How does Richardson characterize Emerson's feelings on returning to America?

4. What was Emerson's relationship with his reading?

5. What does Richardson say was the turning point in Emerson's life?

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