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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Slavery in Massachusetts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Thoreau say government should be based on?
(a) Justice.
(b) Mercy.
(c) Essentialism.
(d) Practicality.

2. What holiday did Thoreau give 'Slavery in Massachusetts' on?
(a) Halloween.
(b) Valentine's Day.
(c) Independance Day.
(d) Thanksgiving.

3. Where was Anthony Burns from?
(a) New York.
(b) Massachusetts.
(c) Virginia.
(d) West Virginia.

4. What does Thoreau say is not always found in the majority?
(a) Practicality.
(b) Reform.
(c) Courage.
(d) Justice.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?

2. How does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

3. What were Abolitionists against?

4. What does Thoreau say the American form of government has no room for in 'Civil Disobedience'?

5. What was Anthony Burns's occupation?

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