Question

What trait typical of the romantic era is brought out in Washington Irving's short story "The Devil and Tom Walker"?
the emphasis on individual choice
the emphasis on human optimism
the emphasis on the beauty of nature
the emphasis on the importance of society

Answer 1

The trait of the romantic era that was brought by the story of "The devil and Tom walker" is  " The emphasis on individual choice" .
This is actually a short story written by Washington Irving  in the year of 1824 .
This story is about a pirate with the very great treasure which he intend to protect by dealing with a devil who is protecting it ever since he died and the story continues with entry of other characters.