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

He cites the examples of an unpopular war.

With which statement would you expect Transcendentalists to agree?

There's a spiritual relationship between humans and nature.

Select all statements that are true about Transcendentalism?

I. Transcendentalism was an intellectual movement., Transcendentalists valued nature, III. Transcendentalists were interested in the human spirit.

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

Nature mirrors an individual's mood.

Which view of nature does Emerson take?

Nature can inspire the human spirit.

What does Thoreau do to earn money at Walden Pond?

He plants and harvests a bean field.

Why does Thoreau NOT get lonely at Walden Pond?

He has nature to keep him company.

The traveler on the sled in "The Snowstorm" must

stop because he cannot continue traveling.

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 is NOT true of "Nature" by Emerson?

When it storms or rains nature is showing her cruel side.

Which of the following is NOT an example of Transcendental philosophy in "The Snowstorm"?

the community working together to clear the snow

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

There are many virtuous, honest men in the world.

What is the central idea of "Civil Disobedience"?

Citizens should be willing to act on their opinions.

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

The best government lets its people to make the decisions.

Which of these quotations best reflects a key idea of Transcendentalism?

"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

How does "Civil Disobedience" reflect ideas of Transcendentalism?

The individual can judge the governments's actions

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

to inspire readers through the example of their struggles.

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

society is against individuality

Based on "Civil Disobedience", what can you infer about Thoreau's political philosophy?

People are politically responsible for themselves.

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

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1
People who are Transcendental are usually characterized as ______________.
patient
mean
spiritual
kind
2
How does Thoreau support his view that the government is abused by powerful individuals?
He analyzes the structure of America's government.
He compares American and foreign governments.
He alludes to several corrupt Massachusetts politicians.
He cites the examples of an unpopular war.
3
With which statement would you expect Transcendentalists to agree?
There's a spiritual relationship between humans and nature.
Humans have less potential when they act independently.
There is no fundamental reality beyond the physical world.
The natural soul and oversoul should not combine.
4
Select all statements that are true about Transcendentalism?
II. Transcendentalism was a largely European movement.
I. Transcendentalism was an intellectual movement.
Transcendentalists valued nature
III. Transcendentalists were interested in the human spirit.
5
In "Nature," what does Emerson mean by describing nature as both comic and melancholy?
A skillful writer can personify nature in various ways.
Nature mirrors an individual's mood.
Our view of nature depends on the season of the year.
Nature can be two-faced or devious.
6
What did the Transcendental Club NOT study?
astronomy
philosophy
literature
religion
7
Which view of nature does Emerson take?
Nature can inspire the human spirit.
Nature is indifferent to human suffering.
Urban dwellers don't understand the cruelty of nature.
Nature must be studied and dissected.
8
What does Thoreau do to earn money at Walden Pond?
He makes wreaths from sticks and leaves.
He sells cut wood for fireplaces.
He hunts animals and sells their furs.
He plants and harvests a bean field.
9
Emerson says that a true scholar is one who
obeys rules
studies nature
is naturally intelligent
reads books
10
Why does Thoreau NOT get lonely at Walden Pond?
He goes to town often to keep in touch.
He has family visiting often.
He has nature to keep him company.
He fishes most of the day.
11
The traveler on the sled in "The Snowstorm" must
rescue people trapped in town
stop because he cannot continue traveling.
hurry to miss the beginning of the storm.
put on extra clothes
12
Transcendentalism is made to be a ___________lifestyle.
difficult
complicated
simple
insufficient
13
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.
Spiritual happiness is important.
Human beings are creatures of great complexity.
14
Which of these is NOT true of "Nature" by Emerson?
A person must look at nature like a child to appreciate it
Wisdom is reflected in nature.
When it storms or rains nature is showing her cruel side.
Nature is helpful no matter where you are in life
15
"Concord Hymn" was written to celebrate
Massachusetts
music and poetry
the end of the Civil War
a monument to the Revolution
16
Why is the statue built in Concord Hymn?
to honor the soldiers
to prove they fought in the war
as a decoration
to honor the country
17
Which of the following is NOT an example of Transcendental philosophy in "The Snowstorm"?
the privacy that a storm can create
the community working together to clear the snow
the parallel between the creative force of man and nature
admiration for the artistry of nature
18
Thoreau's view of the war in Mexico is best described as
patriotic
practical
critical
indifferent
19
Which is NOT a conclusion that Thoreau comes to in the excerpts from "Walden"?
Men do not have to work that hard to provide for themselves.
There are many virtuous, honest men in the world.
Men are too busy and need to simplify their lives.
Go after your dreams.
20
Thoreau looks at luxuries as
a nice break from every day hard work
hindrances to man
well-deserved possessions
wise investments
21
What is the central idea of "Civil Disobedience"?
People must overthrow the government.
Citizens should be willing to act on their opinions.
Trade and commerce should be strictly regulated.
The fewer people who run the government the better.
22
What is the opposite of conformity according to Emerson?
self-reliance
ignorance
determination
society
23
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 government should help the country be debt-free.
The best decisions are based on the majority's opinion
24
Which of these quotations best reflects a key idea of Transcendentalism?
"The virtue in most request is conformity."
"Nothing is at least sacred but the integrity of your mind."
"To be great is to be misunderstood."
"With consistency a great soul has simply nothing to do."
25
Transcendentalism is thought to have started between the years _______________.
1860-1870
1790-1800
1830-1840
1630-1640
26
Which is NOT an idea expressed by Emerson in his writing?
Trust in your own integrity.
People only express themselves halfway
If your friends disagree with you, remain friends anyway
Explore goodness for yourself without depending on rules.
27
How does "Civil Disobedience" reflect ideas of Transcendentalism?
The individual can judge the governments's actions
war is sometimes the only answer
Nature can help us govern harmoniously
democratic governments know better than the individual
28
Why does Emerson allude to individuals such as Socrates, Jesus, and Galileo in Self Reliance?
to encourage readers to learn about historical figures.
to question their contribution to society.
to inspire readers through the example of their struggles.
to suggest that they agreed with his philosophy.
29
According to Emerson, "every heart vibrates to that iron string." What is "that iron string"?
trusting oneself
loving others
praying
following rules
30
According to Thoreau, who/what should be governing people?
laws
men's conscience
the majority's opinion
the president
31
In Nature, what does the narrator become?
eyeball
Nature
legs
head
32
Whom does the poet address directly in "Concord Hymn"?
politicians
a spirit
sculptors
minutemen
33
"Society everywhere is in conspiracy against the manhood of every one of its members" means..
society forces people to defy the government
society doesn't care what people do
society wants to be unsucessful
society is against individuality
34
Based on "Civil Disobedience", what can you infer about Thoreau's political philosophy?
He feels it is America's destiny to spread to the Pacific.
We must all work together to accomplish great deeds.
He relies on government leaders for moral guidance.
People are politically responsible for themselves.
35
Emerson says, "Envy is ignorance; imitation is _________."
life
ridiculous
illogical
suicide
36
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
If you steal, you should have to pay it back 10 times
People complain but do not take action to solve problems
37
In "The Snowstorm," Emerson compares snow to what?
architecture
photography
carpentry
the other seaons
38
Which of these statements best characterizes the central idea of "Self-Reliance"?
Meekness is the virtue that fosters self-awareness.
Rely on your own instincts.
Social customs serve a valuable purpose.
Cruelty may be necessary to achieve philosophical goals.

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