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Journals by Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • 1. What year was Ralph Waldo Emerson born?
A) 1815
B) 1795
C) 1803
D) 1776
  • 2. What is the main theme of Emerson's journals?
A) Social critique
B) Romantic love
C) Self-reliance
D) Historical events
  • 3. Emerson's journals provide insight into his thoughts on which topic?
A) War
B) Urban life
C) Technology
D) Nature
  • 4. In what year did Emerson begin keeping his journals?
A) 1810
B) 1820
C) 1840
D) 1835
  • 5. Which phrase is associated with Emerson's philosophy?
A) Seek and you shall find
B) To thine own self be true
C) Trust thyself
D) Know thy enemy
  • 6. Emerson often discusses which of the following in his journals?
A) Fatalism
B) Individualism
C) Materialism
D) Collectivism
  • 7. Which topic does Emerson criticize in his journals?
A) Romantic relationships
B) Personal ambition
C) Societal conformity
D) Scientific advancements
  • 8. Emerson's journals reflect his thoughts on what kind of relationship?
A) The relationship between man and nature.
B) The relationship between man and society.
C) The relationship between man and time.
D) The relationship between man and technology.
  • 9. What was one of Emerson's views on education?
A) It should focus on self-discovery.
B) It should emphasize memorization.
C) It should only be academic.
D) It should be strictly traditional.
  • 10. Which philosophical influence is notable in Emerson's writings?
A) Empiricism
B) Idealism
C) Materialism
D) Pragmatism
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