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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Art | The Poet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to "An Address", what subverts the truly moral character of man?
(a) European academia.
(b) Christianity.
(c) Industry.
(d) American politics.

2. Whom does Emerson especially urge to experience their own heroism?
(a) Religious mystics.
(b) The downtrodden.
(c) Women.
(d) Children.

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

4. What is the ultimate effect of two lovers drawing closer to each other spiritually?
(a) Drawing closer to God.
(b) Drawing closer to each other physically.
(c) Drawing closer to each other emotionally.
(d) Understanding each other on an intellectual level.

5. How does the love between a man and woman usually begin?
(a) Quietly, like a summer breeze.
(b) With shy flirtations.
(c) In hot-blooded youth.
(d) With fire and passion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What view does Emerson take of human love in "Love"?

2. What is the subject of "An Address"?

3. According to "Self-Reliance", the important thing is to be one's ______.

4. According to "Compensation", which of the following is NOT one of the realms mentioned that achieves a balance between positive and negative forces?

5. How is the soul different from the physical body, according to Emerson?

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