Exploring Transcendentalism
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Objective
I can analyze the core beliefs of transcendentalism.
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Key concepts
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Transcendentalism emphasized the inherent goodness of people and the importance of individual intuition.
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Transcendentalists believed that society and its institutions corrupted the purity of the individual, so they championed self-reliance and independence.
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Key transcendentalist thinkers like Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau encouraged readers to find truth through a deep connection with nature.
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Practice
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What is a central tenet of Transcendentalism regarding human nature?
According to Transcendentalists, what is the primary source of corruption for individuals?
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“Explain two core beliefs of transcendentalism and how they influenced the movement's view of society.”
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