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Ralph Waldo Emerson's Philosophy Quiz

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What does the author consider to be of more value than any thought contained in verses?

The conventional nature of the verses

The originality of the verses

The admonition heard by the soul

The sentiment they instil (correct)

According to the passage, what is considered genius?

Rejecting original thoughts in favor of conventional ones

Adhering to the thoughts of famous figures

Believing one's own thought is true for all men (correct)

Conforming to traditional thoughts and beliefs

What does the author encourage individuals to do with their latent conviction?

Speak it regardless of its significance (correct)

Believe it is only true for themselves

Ignore it and conform to societal norms

Keep it hidden from others

What is the highest merit ascribed to Moses, Plato, and Milton according to the passage?

Setting at naught books and traditions Signup and view all the answers

What lesson do great works of art teach us, as mentioned in the passage?

To abide by our spontaneous impression with good-humored inflexibility Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the conviction that every man arrives at in his education?

One must accept oneself as he is Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the power residing in an individual?

It is new in nature and unique to the individual Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage indicate about the importance of trust and confidence?

They are essential for progress and deliverance Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what does a man experience when he has put his heart into his work and done his best?

Relief and joy Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the destiny of individuals?

They have a transcendent destiny and should advance on chaos Signup and view all the answers