Ralph Waldo Emerson

 


1) In your opinion, which of the following factors can define an individual's identity/nature?  


          I believe all four factors together can define a person’s identity, but the most honest ones are their behavior and the things they hide.  

                A person’s behavior shows how they treat others in real life, not just what they say. Actions often speak louder than words. The things they hide also reveal their true self — sometimes people hide fears, mistakes, or dreams, which say a lot about their real nature. Speech and material possessions are part of identity too, but they can be faked. Behavior and hidden feelings are harder to fake, so they tell us more about who a person really is.  


2) Do you agree with Emerson's view that every individual is inherently good?  


                Yes, I agree with Emerson. I believe every person is born good, but life experiences, pain, fear, and social pressure can change their choices. Deep inside, most people want to do good — but the world sometimes teaches them to hide it or act differently. Emerson believed in trusting the inner self, and I think if people listen to their true heart, they will often choose kindness.


3) Quote from Original Essay 


"Presenting Thebes' and Pelops' line

And the tale of Troy divine.”


            Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote — "Presenting Thebes' and Pelops' line, And the tale of Troy divine" — shows how old stories from Greek mythology still matter today. These ancient tales talk about family problems, pride, love, war, and human mistakes — things that people still face in modern life.

              Even though the names and places are old, the feelings and lessons are the same. Today’s movies, books, and even news often reflect these same struggles. Emerson’s words remind us that human stories stay important across time, and we can still learn from the past to understand our lives today.

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