Quotes from 'Self-Reliance' for Students
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What does Emerson suggest about trusting oneself?

  • It is a sign of weakness
  • It is important for success (correct)
  • It leads to conformity
  • It is unnecessary

    • What does Emerson imply about nonconformity?

  • It is necessary for greatness (correct)
  • It is synonymous with imitation
  • It hinders success
  • It leads to social isolation

    • What is considered sacred?

  • The opinions of others
  • The endorsement of society
  • The integrity of one's own mind (correct)
  • Imitating others

    • What does Emerson advise against?

    <p>Imitating others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested as the most important concern according to the text?

    <p>Personal integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Emerson imply about each individual's unique gift?

    <p>It is the result of a whole life's cultivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key distinction made in the text?

    <p>Between greatness and meanness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Emerson suggest about adopting the talent of another?

    <p>It only provides half possession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Emerson, what must one do in intellectual life?

    <p>Absolve to oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Emerson imply about the divine providence?

    <p>One should accept the place it has found for them</p> Signup and view all the answers

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