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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) Mercy.
(b) Research.
(c) Logic.
(d) Conscience.

2. What does Thoreau say is the greatest hindrance on society in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Slaves.
(b) Government.
(c) Discrimination.
(d) Illiteracy.

3. What part of man does Thoreau say government has control over?
(a) The physical part.
(b) The religious part.
(c) The mental part.
(d) The emotional part.

4. What does Thoreau say government should be based on?
(a) Mercy.
(b) Essentialism.
(c) Practicality.
(d) Justice.

5. Who does Thoreau say should provide what government needs for them to have authority?
(a) The American citizens.
(b) Their conscience.
(c) Government officials.
(d) The needs of the country.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?

2. Who teased Thoreau when he took the advice he gives in 'Civil Disobedience'?

3. What part of man does Thoreau say government can NEVER manipulate?

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

5. What state was Thoreau from?

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