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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Walking.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men followed Brown in his attack?
(a) 41.
(b) 21.
(c) 11.
(d) 31.

2. What day did Thoreau say he feared in 'Walking'?
(a) When nature would be over-crowded.
(b) When the public wild lands were all bought up.
(c) When society discovered the joy of nature.
(d) When there would be no wild places in which to walk.

3. What direction did Thoreau say most men tended to walk in when given the chance?
(a) North.
(b) East.
(c) South.
(d) West.

4. Who did the governor of Massachusetts back in the issue of Burns?
(a) Harrison.
(b) Burns.
(c) Loring.
(d) Tuttle.

5. What did Thoreau praise most about Brown?
(a) His unwavering spirit.
(b) His ability to gather followers.
(c) His willingness to risk his life.
(d) His boldness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Thoreau deliver his speech about Brown?

2. What was the congressional act that was discussed at the meeting Thoreau was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts' about?

3. Why was Thoreau so unimpressed with the governor of his state?

4. How did Thoreau say med should treat the government when acting immorally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

5. What direction did Thoreau prefer to walk in?

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