Ralph Waldo Emerson Answers

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Which is the best summary of Emerson’s view of solitude expressed in Society and Solitude?

Spending time in solitude is more beneficial than spending time in society.

Solitude is valuable only when it is balanced with use while in society.

Solitude can be beneficial in that it allows the mind to contemplate necessary and difficult questions.

Only through spending time in solitude and in deep observation of the natural world can one find happiness within society.

Which statement best describes Emerson’s opinion of communities, according to the first paragraph of Society and Solitude?

Regardless of how tightly bound communities may seem, each person is ultimately alone.

Communities are important for the well-being of the individuals that comprise them.

People live in communities for the purpose of friendship, but nothing else is gained from them.

Communities are the foundation of human society, and without them people would perish.

According to the third paragraph of Chapter I of Nature, how does Emerson define the poet’s view of nature?

The poet views nature as something that is made by humans.

The poet is the only one who genuinely works in nature.

The poet sees something in nature that cannot be quantified.

The poet is the only one who notices humans’ effect on nature.

According to the third paragraph of Chapter I of Nature, how does Emerson define the poet’s view of nature?

The poet views nature as something that is made by humans.

The poet is the only one who genuinely works in nature.

The poet sees something in nature that cannot be quantified.

The poet is the only one who notices humans’ effect on nature.

Which statement would be included in a summary of the first paragraph of Chapter I of Nature?

There are numerous stars in the sky at night that one can see.

Looking at the stars in the city makes them seem impressive.

The stars at night are beautiful but sometimes unappreciated.

Looking at the stars can teach one about the design of the universe.

How does Emerson relate independence and friendships in Society and Solitude?

He indicates that friendship can make independence easier.

He considers true independence impossible within a friendship.

He feels that independence can strengthen friendships.

He views independence as an impulse that works against friendships.

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