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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Slavery in Massachusetts.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Where was Edward Loring from?
(a) Boston.
(b) Washington D.C.
(c) Augusta.
(d) Philadelphia.
2. What kind of meeting was Thoreau asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) An anti-slavery meeting.
(b) A Civil War discussion.
(c) A Union meeting.
(d) A presidential debate.
3. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?
(a) Defeat opposition.
(b) Carry out the will of government.
(c) Serve.
(d) Obey.
4. Where in the U.S. was Thoreau most interested in the slavery debate?
(a) Massachusetts.
(b) Virginia.
(c) Georgia.
(d) Nebraska.
5. What does Thoreau say the American form of government has no room for in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Logic.
(b) Research.
(c) Conscience.
(d) Mercy.
Short Answer Questions
1. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?
2. What did Thoreau say law would never do for man?
3. How does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to perform their duties?
4. What does Thoreau say government accomplishes in 'Civil Disobedience'?
5. What does Thoreau say is the greatest hindrance on society in 'Civil Disobedience'?
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