Romanticism and Transcendentalism Test (Turner)

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What is Transcendentalism?

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A philosophical movement that emerged in the early 19th century in America, emphasizing the inherent goodness of people and nature, and advocating for self-reliance and individual intuition.

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Name a key work of Transcendentalist literature.

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Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau.

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What did Romantics believe about nature?

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They believed that nature was a source of beauty and a path to spiritual development.

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Where did Transcendentalism originate?

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Transcendentalism began in America.

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According to Emerson, who should individuals rely on to find good in the world?

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Individuals should rely on themselves.

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What trait do American Romantics value?

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Individualism.

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Who is considered a key figure in the Transcendentalist movement?

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Ralph Waldo Emerson.

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What is the significance of 'self-reliance' in Transcendentalism?

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Self-reliance emphasizes the importance of individual intuition and independence.

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How did Romantics view emotions?

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Romantics valued emotions as a vital part of human experience and expression.

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What is the relationship between Romanticism and nature?

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Romanticism celebrates nature as a source of inspiration and a reflection of human emotions.