3. PART A: What is Emerson's overall purpose in his essay?

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to argue that people's feelings about nature

are more important than nature itself

to defend the idea that only children can see

nature as it really is

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to explain why a special kind of insight is

required to fully experience nature

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to consider whether it is foolish for humans to

believe they can comprehend nature

Which of these sentences would best express the main idea of a speech arguing that people should participate in a charity softball tournament? a) softball is a great way to get some much-needed exercise. eliminate b) the money raised by the tournament will local animal shelters. c) the tournament is a fun way to spend time with friends while a worthy cause. d) even if you don't have any softball experience, you can form a team and participate.