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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Heroism | The Over-Soul.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is another phrase for the over-soul, according to Emerson?
(a) The true being.
(b) Universal consciousness.
(c) The innocence of childhood faith.
(d) A manifestation of God.

3. What does Emerson link with transcendentalism in "The Transcendentalist"?
(a) Christianity.
(b) Native American practices.
(c) Buddhism.
(d) Islam.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How should history be understood, according to Emerson's essay "History"?

2. What is the ultimate effect of two lovers drawing closer to each other spiritually?

3. What did Emerson say about communion in "The Lord's Supper"?

4. In what style is "Selected Writings" written?

5. According to "Self-Reliance", what can bring you peace?

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