Emerson states that men will certainly learn that _____.

everyone should earn a lot of money

What is the purpose of the text?

To persuade the reader be individual and not conform

To inform the reader of society's intentions

To entertain the reader by using humorous situations

To inform the reader of how free-thinking is dangerous

What does Emerson mean by "a foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds?"

A great mind is not afraid to contradict their ideas for new ones

a great mind does not contradict their own ideas

doing the same foolish thing over and over is cool

Which of the following best summarizes a central idea of the text?

People should refuse to blindly follow other people's ideas, and should instead think and act for themselves.

All of society's evils can be traced back to a lack of education and spiritual guidance, as well as an inability to trust one's own judgment.

Average individuals are smarter and stronger than so-called "geniuses" because they are content with their everyday lives.

Greatness comes from refusing to participate in larger society, retreating to the woods, and living freely as one's own person.

Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to Question 1?

"Whoso would be a man must be a nonconformist... Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of our own mind."

"Misunderstood! It is a right fool's word. Is it so bad then to be misunderstood?"

"It is a deliverance which does not deliver. In the attempt his genius deserts him; no muse befriends; no invention, no hope."

"We but half express ourselves, and are ashamed of that divine idea which each of us represents."

How do the two italicized quotes at the beginning of the excerpt contribute to the passage's development of ideas?

Both quotes emphasize individualism and controlling one's own fate, advising that people should see themselves as their "own star" of guidance.

Both quotes stress that people's fates are determined by the divine, or God, and that humans must accept this in order to feel free.

Both quotes utilize natural imagery, such as stars and the divine, both of which are prevalent ideas in Emerson's works.

Both quotes emphasize that people should trust themselves and become their "own star" to guide them during times of crisis.

According to Emerson's essay, how does society affect the development of individualism?

Society interferes with self-reliance by limiting one's freedoms and forcing people to conform

Society conspires against individuals by robbing them of their money and thus their independence.

Society drowns out individuals because when everyone voices their opinions at once, they fail to listen to others.

Society promotes superficial concerns but avoids traditions upheld by individuals and communities.

Emerson states that men will certainly learn that _____.

everyone should earn a lot of money

What is the purpose of the text?

To persuade the reader be individual and not conform

To inform the reader of society's intentions

To entertain the reader by using humorous situations

To inform the reader of how free-thinking is dangerous

What does Emerson mean by 'a foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds?'

A great mind is not afraid to contradict their ideas for new ones

a great mind does not contradict their own ideas

doing the same foolish thing over and over is cool

Which of the following best summarizes a central idea of the text?

People should refuse to blindly follow other people's ideas, and should instead think and act for themselves.

All of society's evils can be traced back to a lack of education and spiritual guidance, as well as an inability to trust one's own judgment.

Average individuals are smarter and stronger than so-called 'geniuses' because they are content with their everyday lives.

Greatness comes from refusing to participate in larger society, retreating to the woods, and living freely as one's own person.

Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to Question 1?

'Whoso would be a man must be a nonconformist... Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of our own mind.'

'Misunderstood! It is a right fool's word. Is it so bad then to be misunderstood?'

'It is a deliverance which does not deliver. In the attempt his genius deserts him; no muse befriends; no invention, no hope.'

'We but half express ourselves, and are ashamed of that divine idea which each of us represents.'

How do the two italicized quotes at the beginning of the excerpt contribute to the passage's development of ideas?

Both quotes emphasize individualism and controlling one's own fate, advising that people should see themselves as their 'own star' of guidance.

Both quotes stress that people's fates are determined by the divine, or God, and that humans must accept this in order to feel free.

Both quotes utilize natural imagery, such as stars and the divine, both of which are prevalent ideas in Emerson's works.

Both quotes emphasize that people should trust themselves and become their 'own star' to guide them during times of crisis.

According to Emerson's essay, how does society affect the development of individualism?

Society interferes with self-reliance by limiting one's freedoms and forcing people to conform

Society conspires against individuals by robbing them of their money and thus their independence.

Society drowns out individuals because when everyone voices their opinions at once, they fail to listen to others.

Society promotes superficial concerns but avoids traditions upheld by individuals and communities.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Who wrote "Self-Reliance?"

Edgar Allan Poe

Walt Whitman

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Henry David Thoreau

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which does Emerson value more?

original thought

traditional wisdom

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The author's main purpose in warning people against "foolish consistency" is to __.

warn people against listening too closely to others' advice

encourage a return to traditional beliefs and values

help people earn more respect among their peers

tell us to be open-minded and willing to change our minds

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Ralph Waldo Emerson believes that _____ is smart.

doing well in school

going to Harvard

believing in your own thoughts

being popular

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

According to Emerson, what is the key to self-reliance?

Rely on others for guidance and support.

Doubt oneself and seek validation from others.

Conform to societal norms and expectations.

Trust oneself and follow one's own instincts and beliefs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does Emerson mean by 'Trust thyself'?

One should never trust their own abilities and instincts and always rely on the opinions or judgments of others.

One should always doubt their own abilities and instincts and rely solely on the opinions or judgments of others.

One should trust others' abilities and instincts more than their own and not rely on their own judgments.

One should have confidence in their own abilities and instincts, and not rely too heavily on the opinions or judgments of others.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the main idea of Emerson's 'Self-Reliance'?

The beauty of nature

The ideal lifestyle

The importance of individualism

The power of persuasion

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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Self Reliance

Who wrote "Self-Reliance?"

Which does Emerson value more?

The author's main purpose in warning people against "foolish consistency" is to __.

Ralph Waldo Emerson believes that _____ is smart.

According to Emerson, what is the key to self-reliance?

What does Emerson mean by 'Trust thyself'?

What is the main idea of Emerson's 'Self-Reliance'?

What does Emerson want the reader to understand in 'Self-Reliance'?

This is described by Emerson as being an iron string.

Emerson states that men will certainly learn that _____.

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