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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where in the U.S. was Thoreau most interested in the slavery debate?
(a) Georgia.
(b) Massachusetts.
(c) Nebraska.
(d) Virginia.

2. Why did Thoreau say most men would never do what Brown did?
(a) They have too little to gain.
(b) They have too much to lose.
(c) They do not have the conviction.
(d) They do not have the courage.

3. What month did Brown lead his attack?
(a) November.
(b) September.
(c) October.
(d) December.

4. What did Thoreau say reflected the general feeling in the country about slavery?
(a) Newspapers.
(b) Advertisements.
(c) Religious gatherings.
(d) Social gatherings.

5. What was Brown hoping to free with his attack?
(a) Slaves.
(b) Religious activists.
(c) The people.
(d) Intelligence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of meeting was Thoreau asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

2. What did Thoreau say most media devices were striving to do?

3. What did Thoreau say all critics of Brown lacked?

4. What were Abolitionists against?

5. What attribute does Thoreau say all men should have naturally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

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