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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Emerson say threatens culture?
(a) Lack of education.
(b) A totalitarian government.
(c) An excess of egotism.
(d) Censorship.

2. What are "apologies for gifts," according to Emerson?
(a) Books.
(b) Store-bought gifts.
(c) Fancy jewelry.
(d) Flowers.

3. What kind of man does Emerson say makes his wealth on a large scale by using the masses and their leaders?
(a) A clever man.
(b) A greedy man.
(c) A charismatic man.
(d) A lazy man.

4. How many trips did Emerson make to England that led to the writing of "English Traits"?
(a) Three.
(b) Seven.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

5. What view does Emerson take of human love in "Love"?
(a) Logical.
(b) Physical.
(c) Spiritual.
(d) Emotional.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sees through appearances and trends to seize life and speak truth?

2. How is a new experience of reality evidenced, according to "Art"?

3. What type of man idolized Napoleon, according to Emerson?

4. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the best gift, according to "Gifts"?

5. True prudence does not question ______ laws.

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