Readers challenge a writer's text when they

question the writer's opinions.

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

to inspire readers through the example of their struggles

As "a joint-stock company" in Emerson's metaphor from "Self-Reliance," what does society require from people?

conformity and surrender of liberty in order to gain resources

In "Concord Hymn," the "shot heard round the world" refers to

the first gunfire of the Revolutionary War

Which view of nature does Emerson take?

Nature can inspire the human spirit.

How might a reader question the following text from "Self-Reliance"? Trust thyself: every heart vibrates to that string.

The reader might reflect on personal experience to judge the statement.

Which of these statements could be used to question, or challenge, a text?

The author expresses opinions as if they were facts.

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English III Unit 2 Benchmark 3 Materials from "Nature," "Self-Reliance," and "Concord Hymn" by Ralph Waldo Emerson

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1
Readers challenge a writer's text when they
lend the text to others.
refuse to read.
question the writer's opinions.
proofread articles to make them more accurate.
2
Find the antonym for the italicized word: He has an aversion to joining the team.
hope
liking
distaste
plan
3
Why does Emerson allude to individuals such as Socrates, Jesus, and Galileo in "Self-Reliance"?
to suggest that they agreed with his philosophy
to encourage readers to learn about historical figures
to question their contribution to society
to inspire readers through the example of their struggles
4
Modern philosophers theorize that there may be order in chaos. Which word can be substituted for chaos?
disorder
self-reliance
pain
nature
5
As "a joint-stock company" in Emerson's metaphor from "Self-Reliance," what does society require from people?
surrender of liberty to become part of the larger culture
to conform to become members of the company
to make bread for its members who have conformed
conformity and surrender of liberty in order to gain resources
6
Society "loves not realities and creators, but names and customs." Which of these adjectives describes this sentiment?
accepting
encouraging
disapproving
forgiving
7
Which of these statements best characterizes the central idea of "Self-Reliance"?
Meekness is the virtue that fosters self-awareness
Social customs serve a valuable purpose.
Rely on your own instincts.
Cruelty may be necessary to achieve philosophical goals.
8
Emerson's romanticism is most clearly displayed in his
reliance on emotional truth.
logically constructed arguments.
careful descriptions of nature.
exaggerated sense of loneliness.
9
In "Concord Hymn," the "shot heard round the world" refers to
a battle described in many European newspapers
a battle fought in international waters
the first gunfire of the Revolutionary War
the firing of a huge British cannon
10
"Concord Hymn" was written to celebrate
music and poetry
the end of the Civil War.
a monument to the Revolution
Massachusetts.
11
Which view of nature does Emerson take?
Urban dwellers have little conception of the cruelty of nature.
Nature can inspire the human spirit.
Nature is indifferent to human suffering.
Nature must be studied and dissected.
12
INFINITY : PERPETUAL ::
star : small
perfume : fragrant
glowing : moon
warm : hot
13
How might a reader question the following text from "Self-Reliance"? Trust thyself: every heart vibrates to that string.
The reader might show that the word thyself is archaic, or outdated.
The reader might agree because a famous American philosopher wrote it.
The reader might reflect on personal experience to judge the statement.
The reader might research the facts on how the heart functions.
14
Which of the following words best completes the following sentence? A bow to the queen shows proper
majesty.
conviction.
indifference.
decorum.
15
Which of these statements could be used to question, or challenge, a text?
The author presents a thorough analysis of the subject.
The author cites excellent research.
The author expresses opinions as if they were facts.
The author constructs a rational defense of the position.

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