Write a well-formed paragraph that summarizes the central ideas from the excerpt of Emerson’s essay Society and Solitude. Your paragraph should have at least four sentences and contain key details.
Emerson explains that people need both society and solitude in their lives. To remain true to themselves, they must be selective about how much time they spend with others and preserve time for independent thought. A person may still be alone when surrounded by people if there is no genuine affinity or connection with them. In a practical sense, everyone is ultimately alone in the world, so each person must develop inner strength and self-knowledge.
Which of the following central ideas did you include in your summary? Check all of the boxes that apply.
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