Transcendentalsim

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Brief overview of basics of Transcendentalism.

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1.

Which of the following is an idea included in Transcendentalist literature?
- A.
  
  Individuality is key.
- B.
  
  Be like other people.
- C.
  
  It is okay to follow others.
- D.
  
  Nature isn't enough.
2.

Which of the following are considered Transcendentalist authors? You can choose more than one.
- A.
  
  Ralph Waldo Emerson
- B.
  
  Jack London
- C.
  
  Henry David Thoreau
- D.
  
  Kate Chopin
3.

Answer according to the philosophy of Transcendentalism. It is important for a person to stand up for what they believe is right.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
4.

The author in this photo is ____________.
5.

Which element did Transcendentalists place great emphasis upon?
- A.
  
  Strong religious zeal
- B.
  
  Self-reliance
- C.
  
  Collaborating with others to uncover truth
- D.
  
  Going with the flow
6.

Around what time did Transcendentalism begin?
- A.
  
  1830s
- B.
  
  1800s
- C.
  
  1860s
- D.
  
  1900s
7.

Explain whether or not you think Transcendentalism is a adequate way to look at life? What aspects of it do you agree with and why? What characteristics do you find hard to adopt and why?