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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 government.
(c) The slaves.
(d) The citizens.

2. What state was Thoreau from?
(a) Maine.
(b) Massachusetts.
(c) Maryland.
(d) Michigan.

3. What does Thoreau say should be used to make important decisions in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Logic.
(b) Mercy.
(c) Conscience.
(d) Research.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. What does Thoreau say the American form of government has no room for in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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