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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 1-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what does Emerson say we will be advancing if we live as "guides, redeemers and benefactors"?
(a) Chaos and the Devil.
(b) Evil and the Dark.
(c) Evil and Chaos.
(d) Chaos and the Dark.

2. What does Emerson say a man speaking his opinions would do to other men?
(a) Force them to listen.
(b) Force them to tell the truth.
(c) Put them in fear.
(d) Force them to see the truth.

3. Who does Emerson make an example of when talking about living according to his recommendations?
(a) Great men.
(b) Minors and invalids.
(c) True geniuses.
(d) Great artists.

4. What does Emerson insist men carry themselves in the presence of?
(a) God.
(b) All opposition.
(c) Decent and well-spoken individuals.
(d) Societies and dead institutions.

5. Why does Emerson say we distrust our sentiment?
(a) We understand the work required.
(b) We are unsure of what others will think.
(c) We are unsure of ourselves.
(d) We understand the opposition.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Emerson say he wants his life to be?

2. How does Emerson say adults feel in looking into the faces of children?

3. What does Emerson say he will do if he is the Devil's child?

4. What does Emerson say is a conspiracy against manhood?

5. What does Emerson suggest one should accept in regards to divine providence?

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