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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In what city did John Brown lead a revolt?
(a) Boston.
(b) New York City.
(c) Pittsburgh.
(d) Harpers Ferry.

3. What do the Magna Carta, American Revolution, and habeas corpus reveal about the English?
(a) They are prone to bureaucracy.
(b) They have greatly influenced government all over the world.
(c) They will fight savagely for individual rights.
(d) They have a rich history.

4. What arose as the most equitable way of protecting individual rights, according to "Politics"?
(a) Democracy.
(b) Serfdom.
(c) Monarchy.
(d) Socialism.

5. What form does "John Brown" take?
(a) Short story.
(b) Ode.
(c) Elegy.
(d) Letter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does culture allow humans to do, according to "Culture"?

2. How does Emerson describe John Brown in "John Brown"?

3. What does Emerson say about the southern states in "The Emancipation Proclamation"?

4. What philosopher did Emerson say was the beginning and end of all philosophy?

5. When is a dollar worth more, according to Emerson?

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