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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Endings.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Emerson take over editorship of "The Dial?"
(a) The other editors asked Margaret Fuller to step down.
(b) It was Emerson's turn.
(c) The other editors asked Emerson to take over.
(d) Margaret Fuller resigned.

2. How does Richardson characterize Emerson's exterior personality?
(a) Turbulent.
(b) Passionate.
(c) Outspoken.
(d) Calm.

3. What was the Transcendental Club founded to discuss?
(a) The nature of God.
(b) The state of intellect in the U.S.
(c) The possibility of transcendence.
(d) The future of America.

4. Which of these concerns did NOT burden Emerson in 1847?
(a) Health problems.
(b) Endless obligations.
(c) Family matters.
(d) Financial problems.

5. According to Richardson, what feeling would stay with Emerson for the rest of his life, after the Norton affair?
(a) Doubt about his talents.
(b) The taste of public censure.
(c) The flush of success.
(d) The pride of accomplishment.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Emerson begin to write about after returning to America?

2. What did Jones Very claim to be?

3. In what religious sect was Edward Taylor active?

4. What does Richardson say Hafiz awoke in Emerson?

5. What political contest was becoming serious after Emerson's return from Europe?

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