What is the central idea of "Civil Disobedience"?

Citizens should be willing to act on their opinions.

Which of these statements best reflects Thoreau's philosophy as expressed in "Walden"?

A person can focus on important things in nature.

Which of these quotations best reflects Emerson's main point in "Self-Reliance"?

"Nothing is at least sacred but the integrity of your mind."

Which is NOT an idea expressed by Emerson in his writing?

If your friends disagree with you, remain friends anyway

Why does Emerson allude to individuals such as Socrates, Jesus, and Galileo in Self Reliance?

to show that they faced adversity from others, like him.

How can Thoreau's view about the government be best explained?

The best government lets its people to make the decisions.

With which statement would you expect Transcendentalists to agree?

There's a relationship among nature, man, and God.

Why does Thoreau NOT get lonely at Walden Pond?

He has nature to keep him company.

"...no kernel of nourishing corn...but through his toil bestowed" on the land..." means

If you want anything worth having, you have to work for it.

Which is NOT a conclusion that Thoreau comes to in the excerpts from "Walden"?

There are many virtuous, honest men in the world.

Which of the following statements is NOT an idea present in "Civil Disobedience?"

If you steal, you should have to pay it back 10 times

In "Nature," what does Emerson mean by describing nature as both comic and melancholy?

Nature mirrors an individual's mood.

How does Thoreau support his view that the government is abused by powerful individuals?

He cites the examples of an unpopular war.

"Society everywhere is in conspiracy against the manhood of every one of its members" means..

society is against individuality

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1
What is the central idea of "Civil Disobedience"?
Trade and commerce should be strictly regulated.
People must overthrow the government.
The fewer people who run the government the better.
Citizens should be willing to act on their opinions.
2
According to Thoreau, who/what should be governing people?
the majority's opinion
laws
men's conscience
the president
3
Emerson says that a true scholar is one who
is naturally intelligent
studies nature
reads books
obeys rules
4
Which of these statements best reflects Thoreau's philosophy as expressed in "Walden"?
Building a cabin in the woods is practical and inexpensive.
A person can focus on important things in nature.
Human beings are creatures of great complexity.
Nonconformity can cause you to ruin your life.
5
In "Nature," what does the narrator become?
a croaking bullfrog
an evergreen tree
a transparent eyeball
a big head
6
Emerson says, "Envy is ignorance; imitation is _________."
illogical
ridiculous
suicide
life
7
Which of these quotations best reflects Emerson's main point in "Self-Reliance"?
"To be great is to be misunderstood."
"The virtue in most request is conformity."
"Nothing is at least sacred but the integrity of your mind."
"With consistency a great soul has simply nothing to do."
8
Which of these statements best characterizes the central idea of "Self-Reliance"?
Cruelty may be necessary to achieve philosophical goals.
Meekness is the virtue that fosters self-awareness.
Social customs serve a valuable purpose.
Rely on your own instincts.
9
According to Emerson, "every heart vibrates to that iron string." What is "that iron string"?
praying
loving others
following rules
trusting oneself
10
Which is NOT an idea expressed by Emerson in his writing?
Being immersed in nature makes you forever young.
Trust in your own integrity.
If your friends disagree with you, remain friends anyway
Explore goodness for yourself without depending on rules.
11
"The waving of the boughs in the storm is both new and old."
hyperbole
simile
paradox
metaphor
12
Why does Emerson allude to individuals such as Socrates, Jesus, and Galileo in Self Reliance?
to question their contribution to society.
to show that they faced adversity from others, like him.
to encourage readers to learn about historical figures.
to suggest that they agreed with his philosophy.
13
According to Emerson, "A foolish _______ is the hobgoblin of little minds."
consistency
curiosity
selfishness
anger
14
How can Thoreau's view about the government be best explained?
The best government punishes crime harshly.
The best government lets its people to make the decisions.
The best decisions are based on the majority's opinion
The government should help the country be debt-free.
15
With which statement would you expect Transcendentalists to agree?
The only reality in the world is physical.
Humans have less potential when they act independently.
The soul enjoys routines.
There's a relationship among nature, man, and God.
16
Transcendentalism is made to be a ___________lifestyle.
insufficient
difficult
complicated
simple
17
Why does Thoreau NOT get lonely at Walden Pond?
He fishes most of the day.
He has nature to keep him company.
He has family visiting often.
He goes to town often to keep in touch.
18
"...no kernel of nourishing corn...but through his toil bestowed" on the land..." means
Working hard might not matter.
A positive attitude will garner positive results.
Working hard will always get you a lot of corn.
If you want anything worth having, you have to work for it.
19
Which is NOT a conclusion that Thoreau comes to in the excerpts from "Walden"?
The news is unimportant.
Go after your dreams.
There are many virtuous, honest men in the world.
Men are too busy and need to simplify their lives.
20
Which of the following reflect how Thoreau describes his cabin in the woods?
"rough, dirty planks"
"broken door handle"
"whitewashed walls"
"clean and airy look"
21
Which of the following statements is NOT an idea present in "Civil Disobedience?"
If unjust laws exist, change them.
Refuse to pay taxes if you do not agree with the government
One man has the power to make a difference.
If you steal, you should have to pay it back 10 times
22
In "Nature," what does Emerson mean by describing nature as both comic and melancholy?
A skillful writer can personify nature in various ways.
Nature can be two-faced or devious.
Nature mirrors an individual's mood.
Our view of nature depends on the season of the year.
23
How does Thoreau support his view that the government is abused by powerful individuals?
He cites the examples of an unpopular war.
He alludes to several corrupt Massachusetts politicians.
He compares American and foreign governments.
He analyzes the structure of America's government.
24
Thoreau's view of the war in Mexico is best described as
practical
indifferent
critical
patriotic
25
"Society everywhere is in conspiracy against the manhood of every one of its members" means..
society doesn't care what people do
society is against individuality
society wants to be unsucessful
society forces people to defy the government

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