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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Plea for Captain John Brown.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Thoreau say Brown was NOT?
(a) Religious.
(b) Compassionate.
(c) Insane.
(d) Educated.

2. What does Thoreau say happens when government gets involved in politics?
(a) It simplifies things.
(b) It allows for growth.
(c) It gets in the way.
(d) It changes the perspective.

3. What was Brown trying to fight with his attack?
(a) Slavery.
(b) Abolishionists.
(c) Prohibition.
(d) Emancipation.

4. What attribute does Thoreau say all men should have naturally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) Respect.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Freedom.
(d) Choice.

5. What was Edward Loring's occupation?
(a) Police Officer.
(b) Senator.
(c) Judge.
(d) Lawyer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Thoreau so unimpressed with the governor of his state?

2. What is the main theme of 'Civil Disobedience'?

3. Why did Thoreau think most people had the wrong idea about Brown?

4. What did Thoreau label the governor of his state?

5. What does Thoreau say is not always found in the majority?

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