Question

From the following context clues, determine what definition of "residuum" Emerson is using.

The last chamber, the last closet, he must feel was never opened; there is always a residuum unknown, unanalyzable. That is, every man believes that he has a greater possibility.

—Ralph Waldo Emerson, from "Circles"

Hint: The following all correctly define "residuum" Think connotation.



A. that which remains; a residue

B. applied to persons of the lowest class

C. a waste or residual product

Answer 1

would A. be correct??

Answer 2

i think it would be A two

Answer 3

ok thanks just needed reassurance :)

Answer 4

ur welcome