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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through English Traits.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the flower of the English aristocracy, according to Emerson?
(a) The fit soldier.
(b) The well-educated gentleman.
(c) The diplomatic judge.
(d) The philosopher.

2. Which of the following is the best and most efficient type of economy for man, according to Emerson?
(a) Enlightened socialism.
(b) Democratic republic.
(c) Private enterprise.
(d) Public bureaucracy.

3. What does Emerson believe about nature?
(a) It can be used as an analogy for all aspects of life.
(b) It is bipolar.
(c) It is unchanging.
(d) It will be the only thing that lasts.

4. How does Emerson say one should keep a healthy balance on earth, according to "Compensation"?
(a) Give back to society.
(b) Do not acquire wealth.
(c) Give back to nature.
(d) Repay all debts as soon as possible.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How should one be a man, according to "Self-Reliance"?

2. How does Emerson say we become aware of the changes in our lives brought on by experience?

3. What year is the focus of "New England Reformers"?

4. If the people within a commune did not work equally, what does Emerson say the harder-working individuals would do?

5. How do we pass through life, according to "Experience"?

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