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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Emancipation in the British West Indies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is the Gospel that makes mention of repetition of the Lord's Supper in worship, according to Emerson?
(a) John.
(b) Matthew.
(c) Mark.
(d) Luke.

2. What is the function of art, according to Emerson?
(a) To reveal inner thoughts of the artist.
(b) To prompt discussions about art.
(c) To open our eyes.
(d) To raise controversies.

3. What state does Emerson challenge in "Emancipation in the British West Indies"?
(a) Virginia.
(b) Pennsylvania.
(c) Rhode Island.
(d) Massachusetts.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What example does Emerson use in "Spiritual Laws" to demonstrate the effects of force-feeding children questions and answers of little interest?

2. According to Emerson, it is the challenge of American scholars to foster and support the development of truly American ______ and ______.

3. What role does the farmer play to mankind, according to "Farming"?

4. How was "The Transcendentalist" originally delivered?

5. Where did Emerson deliver "The Lord's Supper" as a sermon?

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