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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Emerson claim we have become, in stating that man will see that we need his ethics?

2. Emerson compares society to what in saying "(it) moves onward, but the water of which it is composed does not"?

3. What does Emerson recommend we do in our relationships with our family?

4. Which artist does Emerson say "will create a house in which all these will find themselves fitted"?

5. Whom does Emerson say we should awaken when entering "into the state of war"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Emerson's view of children and youth? Compare this with his view on adults within society.

Essay Topic 2

What does Emerson say the world has learned from its kings? Describe Emerson's view and give your own opinion on the subject.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Emerson's use of stylistic elements such as syntax, diction, pace, figurative language, tone, allusions, etc., and explain in which ways his style contributes to the feeling imparted by the essay.

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