How does the author establish the connection between free-thought and Ralph Waldo Emerson? by explaining that Emerson's resignation from the ministry was initially urged by his first wife and
"perhaps sparked by" her early death
A
by explaining that Emerson upheld tradition by following in the footsteps of "nine generations of his
family" who were ordained as ministers.
O
by listing abolition, educational reform, social justice, and the rights of Native Americans as the
causes for which Emerson advocated.
c
OD
by detailing Emerson's generous acts for and personal relationships with notable American
authors.