Question

Write a well-formed paragraph that summarizes the central ideas from the excerpt of Emerson’s essay Society and Solitude. Your paragraph should have at least four sentences and contain key details.ety and Solitude. Your paragraph should have at least four sentences and contain key details.

Answer 1

Without having the specific excerpt, Society and Solitude is basically Emerson discussing the benefits of society (fellowship with other people) and solitude (being alone).

He argues that it's impossible to be totally alone, although some solitude is necessary. Too much of either one is bad: we can't be around people all of the time, and being alone all of the time is not possible. Basically, he argues that each person needs a little bit of both to be healthy.

Answer 2

Answer:

To be true to themselves, people must be selective about the amount of time they spend with others.  People are alone if they do not have an affinity for the people who are with them.  Practically speaking, everyone is alone in the world.       ............ this is word for word so change it a little

Explanation:

People must spend time alone to find themselves. People must find likeness in others that are around or the individual will be alone anyways. We are all alone in this world and must be comfortable with our self.