Why does Mann begin the selection with a discussion of Tisquantum?* It serves to introduce the topic of Wampanoag culture at Patuxet.

0 It gives important details about the way the Wampanoag lived at Patuxet.

It suggests a reason that the Pilgrims continually failed to understand Wampanoag

culture

It provides background information on why the Pilgrims traveled from Europe and

encountered Wampanoag culture.

Which is the best summary of emerson’s view of solitude expressed in society and solitude? spending time in solitude is preferable to spending time in society, and it is ultimately more beneficial. though solitude is not necessarily valuable in and of itself, it is important to recognize its significance within a larger community. solitude can be beneficial in that it allows the mind to contemplate necessary and difficult questions. only through spending time in solitude and in deep observation of the natural world can one find happiness within society.