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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of man did Thoreau think Brown was?
(a) Foolish.
(b) Brave.
(c) Up-front.
(d) Religious.

2. How many men followed Brown in his attack?
(a) 41.
(b) 11.
(c) 31.
(d) 21.

3. What animal did Thoreau say he was like when he went walking?
(a) A dog.
(b) A camel.
(c) A deer.
(d) A bear.

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

5. What did Thoreau say made men innocent in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) Appeasing the officials.
(b) Being educated.
(c) Following the law.
(d) Doing what is right.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does Thoreau use to describe his walks?

2. What was illegal in Massachusetts?

3. What did Thoreau say people did wrong when writing the word nature?

4. What did Thoreau say Brown was NOT?

5. What was Thoreau pleading for in his speech about John Brown?

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