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How does the organization of the second paragraph of "Self-Reliance" contribute to Emerson’s purpose?

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Answer: A, The paragraph declares that high self-confidence is advisable and refers to the example of great men of all time periods

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Emerson's purpose is to argue that people need to avoid conformity. So the main point of that essay is that you do what you believe is right, rather than going with what society thinks.

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