9 Weeks Test - Early American Poetry and Essays

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What is the primary message of Emerson's Self-Reliance?

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The value of individualism.

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What does Thoreau mean by a 'majority of one'?

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Standing firm in their beliefs and inspiring others to follow.

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How does personification in The Soul Selects Her Own Society affect our understanding of the Soul?

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It gives the Soul human-like qualities and emotions.

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What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?

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To make a persuasive point.

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What tone does the speaker convey in I Could Not Stop for Death?

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Calm and accepting.

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Define individualism in the context of American literature.

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A belief in the importance of the individual and personal independence.

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What is the significance of nature in Transcendentalism?

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

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Explain the concept of self-reliance as proposed by Emerson.

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The idea that individuals should trust their intuition and be self-sufficient.

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What role does the majority play in Thoreau's philosophy?

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The majority can often suppress individual thought and action.

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How does personification enhance poetry?

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It allows abstract concepts to be relatable and emotionally resonant.