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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Thoreau say the American form of government has no room for in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Research.
(b) Logic.
(c) Conscience.
(d) Mercy.

2. What kind of government does Thoreau describe in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) A republic.
(b) A socialist nation.
(c) A monarchy.
(d) A democracy.

3. What were Abolitionists against?
(a) War.
(b) Socialism.
(c) Slavery.
(d) Change.

4. How does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to perform their duties?
(a) Obediently.
(b) Mindlessly.
(c) Faithfully.
(d) Intelligently.

5. What does Thoreau say government accomplishes in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Changing the ideals.
(b) Regulating trade.
(c) Motivating the citizens.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thoreau say government needs to have authority?

2. What happened to Thoreau when he took his own advice given in 'Civil Disobedience'?

3. In 'Civil Disobedience', what does Thoreau say a just man will not wait for?

4. What does Thoreau say is the greatest hindrance on society in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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

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