Asked by Shanna Matthiessen on May 13, 2024

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Even though he considered himself an evangelical, what was unique about Emerson's approach to reform?

A) He appealed only to men.
B) He did not believe in the ideology of individualism.
C) He criticized industrialization.
D) He wanted to reform the American mind.

Emerson

Ralph Waldo Emerson, a 19th-century American essayist, lecturer, philosopher, and poet who led the transcendentalist movement.

American Mind

A concept referring to the collective mindset, attitudes, or cultural ethos predominant among the people of the United States.

Evangelical

A movement within Protestant Christianity emphasizing the importance of the conversion experience, the authority of the Bible, and spreading the Christian faith.

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Lauren AllegraMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Emerson's unique approach to reform was focused on transforming the American mind, emphasizing self-reliance, individualism, and a break from traditional constraints to achieve a more enlightened and free society.