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Which philosopher emphasized folk culture as the essence of national identity?

1

John Locke

2

Karl Marx

3

Johann Gottfried Herder

4

Friedrich Nietzsche

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Answer

C. Johann Gottfried Herder

Solution:

The correct answer is Johann Gottfried Herder. He argued that true culture derives from the common people's traditions and folklore. The other philosophers focused on different areas of thought.

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