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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has the world been taught by "this colossal symbol," the world's instructors?

2. What is the attribute of the Supreme Cause according to Emerson?

3. What does the soul perceive about Truth and Right in the state of having "life in yourself'?

4. Which artist does Emerson say "will create a house in which all these will find themselves fitted"?

5. In writing about strength, to whom does Emerson compare the American?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of religion in Emerson's life. In what ways was Emerson religiously involved? What do you know about his opinions about religion? Finally, how do you think Emerson's involvement and views on religion are visible in his work?

Essay Topic 2

What was the Transcendentalist movement? How does the essay "Self-Reliance" relate to the movement?

Essay Topic 3

What is the relationship between art, literature and philosophy described by Emerson in "Self-Reliance"? Explain what Emerson says about the effects art and literature have on the way people form their own opinions and his opinion on the subject.

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