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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role does Thoreau challenge in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) The immigrants.
(b) The citizens.
(c) The government.
(d) The slaves.

2. What attribute does Thoreau say just men will have?
(a) Pro-activity.
(b) Courage.
(c) All of these.
(d) Intelligence.

3. How did Thoreau feel about the people who teased him when he took his own advice in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) He respected their opinions.
(b) He was surprised at their reactions.
(c) He hated them.
(d) He thought them to be ridiculous.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

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

3. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?

4. How does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to perform their duties?

5. What were Abolitionists against?

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