Ralph Waldo Emerson Background

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Which occupation did Emerson quit?

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Emerson quit being a minister.

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What nicknames did Emerson's first wife have for him?

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Emerson's first wife nicknamed him 'King'.

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Where did Emerson write the essay 'Nature'?

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Emerson wrote 'Nature' in Concord.

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What is one detail about Emerson's relationship with Thoreau that is NOT true?

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Thoreau and Emerson always got along.

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In which town was Emerson born?

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Emerson was born in Boston.

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What literary movement is Emerson associated with?

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Emerson is associated with Transcendentalism.

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What is the main theme of Emerson's essay 'Nature'?

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The main theme is the relationship between humans and nature.

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Who was a close friend and fellow writer of Emerson?

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Henry David Thoreau was a close friend and fellow writer.

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What did Emerson believe about individual intuition?

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Emerson believed that individual intuition is a source of truth.

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What is the significance of the 'Over-Soul' in Emerson's philosophy?

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The 'Over-Soul' represents a universal spirit that connects all individuals.