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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what does Thoreau claim to have indulged very little?
(a) Literature.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Philanthropy.

2. "The adventurous student will always study..."
(a) Latin.
(b) History.
(c) Classics.
(d) Theology.

3. "The swiftest traveler is he that goes..."
(a) As the crow flies.
(b) By Horse.
(c) Afoot.
(d) By Train.

4. "In dealing with truth we are..."
(a) Noble.
(b) Fearful.
(c) Hesitant.
(d) Immortal.

5. Where does Thoreau believe intellectual societies are confined?
(a) Paris and Oxford.
(b) Europe.
(c) Literary circles.
(d) New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Walden Pond located?

2. Who exerted an influence on mankind more than kings and emperors?

3. What is the morning?

4. Thoreau states his residence at Walden was more favorable to thought and serious reading than what institution?

5. "The mass of men lead lives of quiet..."

(see the answer key)

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