Question

what does emerson argue should be the basis of human actions in the second paragraph of \self-reliance\?
the right to protect ones property from damage by others
confidence in ones intelligence and inner worth
a desire for progress and innovation in society
the urge to succeed and make a decent living

Explanation:

In Ralph Waldo Emerson's Self-Reliance, the core argument centers on trusting one's own inner voice, judgment, and inherent value. The second paragraph emphasizes rejecting conformity and leaning into one's own intelligence and self-worth as the foundation for actions, which aligns with the relevant option. The other options do not reflect the essay's central focus on individual self-trust.

Answer:

confidence in one's intelligence and inner worth