Unit 2 Review

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What does Emerson believe about conformity?

Back

Emerson believed that conformity was the enemy of individuality and creativity.

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In Longfellow's poem, "The Tide Rises the Tide Falls", what do the waves do to the traveler's footprints?

Back

They wash them away.

Front

What archetype is represented in "The Devil and Tom Walker"?

Back

A person who sells his soul to the devil.

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Why does Thoreau repeat the phrase "Simplify, simplify" in "Walden"?

Back

To encourage living an easy life.

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What does the phrase "nevermore returns the traveller to the shore" signify in "Tide Rises, Tide Falls"?

Back

The traveller has died.

Front

Define the concept of individuality as discussed by Emerson.

Back

Individuality is the quality of being unique and self-reliant, which Emerson believed should be prioritized over conformity.

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What is the main theme of Longfellow's poem "The Tide Rises the Tide Falls"?

Back

The inevitability of nature and the transient nature of human life.

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Explain the significance of the setting in "The Devil and Tom Walker".

Back

The setting in New England reflects the Puritanical values and the moral struggles of the characters.

Front

What does Thoreau advocate for in "Walden"?

Back

Thoreau advocates for simple living, self-sufficiency, and a deep connection with nature.

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What literary device is used in the phrase "The tide rises, the tide falls"?

Back

Repetition, emphasizing the cyclical nature of life.