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

2. What does Thoreau call the congressional act that was discussed at the meeting he was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) The Slavery Maker.
(b) The Compromise of Souls.
(c) The Freedom Reducer.
(d) The Nebraska Bill.

3. Who teased Thoreau when he took the advice he gives in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) His family.
(b) His neighbors.
(c) His cell mate.
(d) His incumbents.

4. What was Anthony Burns's occupation?
(a) Servant.
(b) Slave.
(c) Driver.
(d) Waiter.

5. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?
(a) Serve.
(b) Carry out the will of government.
(c) Defeat opposition.
(d) Obey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thoreau say happens when government gets involved in trade and commerce?

2. Where in the U.S. was Thoreau most interested in the slavery debate?

3. Who did Thoreau say was running the military force in Massachusetts?

4. What was attacked when Anthony Burns was in custody?

5. How does Thoreau describe slavery in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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