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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Thoreau say is the greatest hindrance on society in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Slaves.
(b) Government.
(c) Illiteracy.
(d) Discrimination.

2. What state was Thoreau from?
(a) Maryland.
(b) Maine.
(c) Michigan.
(d) Massachusetts.

3. What does Thoreau say happens when government gets involved in trade and commerce?
(a) It simplifies things.
(b) It changes the perspective.
(c) It gets in the way.
(d) It allows for growth.

4. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) He reads a poem.
(b) He gives a motto.
(c) He relates an experience.
(d) He cites a scripture.

5. How did Thoreau feel about the people who teased him when he took his own advice in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) He respected their opinions.
(b) He thought them to be ridiculous.
(c) He was surprised at their reactions.
(d) He hated them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thoreau hope to inspire men to do after 'Civil Disobedience'?

2. Why was Thoreau put in jail?

3. What does Thoreau say government needs to have authority?

4. What role does Thoreau challenge in 'Civil Disobedience'?

5. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

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