American Romanticism vs Transcendentalism Flashcard

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What is American Romanticism?

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A literary and artistic movement in the late 18th and early 19th centuries that emphasized emotion, individualism, and the glorification of nature.

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What is Transcendentalism?

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A philosophical and literary movement that emerged in the early 19th century, emphasizing intuition, the inherent goodness of people and nature, and the importance of self-reliance.

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How does American Romanticism view society?

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It often portrays society as corrupt and oppressive.

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How does Transcendentalism view society?

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It believes in the potential for individuals to create a better society through self-reliance and spiritual connection.

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What is a key belief of Transcendentalism?

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The belief in the inherent goodness of people and nature.

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Who are some key authors associated with Dark Romanticism?

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Herman Melville, Edgar Allan Poe, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.

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What is a major difference between American Romanticism and Transcendentalism?

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American Romanticism focuses on emotions and individualism, while Transcendentalism emphasizes intuition and the connection to nature and the divine.

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What did the Dark Romantics disagree with Transcendentalists about?

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Optimism.

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What was Ralph Waldo Emerson's personal motto?

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"Trust thyself."

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What role does nature play in Transcendentalism?

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Nature is seen as a source of inspiration and a reflection of the divine.