How do both Emerson's "Self-Reliance" and Thoreau's Walden portray society's effect on the individual?

Question

A.
Both explain that society is responsible for the actions of individuals.

B.
Both show that the will of society is more powerful than the individual.

C.
Both believe that individuality should be set aside for the common good.

D.
Both argue that society can take away a person's individuality.

Answer 1

D. Both argue that society can take away a person's individuality.