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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 thought them to be ridiculous.
(c) He was surprised at their reactions.
(d) He hated them.

2. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) He reads a poem.
(b) He gives a motto.
(c) He relates an experience.
(d) He cites a scripture.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. Why was Thoreau put in jail?

5. What did Thoreau describe as very clean in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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