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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 'Civil Disobedience', what does Thoreau say a just man will not wait for?
(a) An opportunity.
(b) A leader.
(c) A favorable choice.
(d) A majority.

2. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?
(a) All of these.
(b) When the government is being immoral.
(c) When the country is at war.
(d) When the population gets too large.

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

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

5. What does Thoreau hope to inspire men to do after 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Stand for what they believe.
(b) Vote.
(c) Vote for emancipation.
(d) Not pay their taxes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Thoreau say should provide what government needs for them to have authority?

2. What does Thoreau say happens when government gets involved in politics?

3. What does Thoreau say the best government will NOT do in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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

5. What role does Thoreau challenge in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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