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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What is the subject of "An Address"?
(a) Academics.
(b) Nature.
(c) Politics.
(d) Religion.

4. According to "Self-Reliance", what can bring you peace?
(a) Nothing but yourself.
(b) Nothing but God.
(c) Nothing but independence.
(d) Nothing but nature.

5. According to "Self-Reliance", the important thing is to be one's ______.
(a) Inner self.
(b) Authentic self.
(c) Natural self.
(d) Spiritual self.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sees through appearances and trends to seize life and speak truth?

2. How does Emerson suggest his readers should acquire art?

3. What is another phrase for the over-soul, according to Emerson?

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

5. What is the primary tool of the poet?

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