Female Colonial Poets

Question 1

What does the image of ants represent?

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society

Question 2

What does this imagery suggest about Thoreau’s viewpoint?

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He believes that society does not encourage individualism.

Question 3

Consider the natural imagery in this passage. Thoreau includes the image of the gently rippling lake to

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describe his sense of serenity and demonstrate that he feels connected to the natural world.

Question 4

Write two to three sentences that describe Thoreau’s viewpoint in this passage.

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Thoreau believes that individuals should strive to live simply and deliberately by stripping away the unnecessary complications of modern life. He expresses the viewpoint that society is too distracted by trivial matters and that people should focus instead on personal spiritual growth and a deep connection with nature.

Question 5

Which of the following points did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

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Thoreau views the natural world as calm, peaceful, and inviting.; Thoreau thinks that immersing oneself in nature can spark an emotional response.; Thoreau believes that the natural world reflects his emotions.; Thoreau uses natural imagery to help convey his viewpoint.

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