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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ezra Ripley, D.D..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year was Plato born?
(a) 427 A.D.
(b) 431 A.D.
(c) 431 B.C.
(d) 427 B.C.

2. How is truth revealed, according to "Intellect"?
(a) As a wandering light.
(b) As a wave in the ocean.
(c) As a bolt of lightning.
(d) As a butterfly from a caterpillar.

3. Who was Plato's teacher?
(a) Confucius.
(b) He was self-taught.
(c) Immanuel Kant.
(d) Socrates.

4. What philosopher did Emerson say was the beginning and end of all philosophy?
(a) Plato.
(b) Immanuel Kant.
(c) Socrates.
(d) Confucius.

5. What job did Ripley have before entering college?
(a) Plumber.
(b) Farmer.
(c) Day laborer.
(d) Preacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. What group did Emerson share "Ezra Ripley, D.D." with?

2. How does Emerson describe Ripley?

3. What does Emerson say people hope to have happen to old patterns?

4. What does Plato's concept of the dichotomy of the body and soul provide the foundation for, according to Emerson?

5. How do people try to change old patterns in their lives?

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