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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Slavery in Massachusetts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Thoreau hope to inspire men to do after 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Vote.
(b) Vote for emancipation.
(c) Not pay their taxes.
(d) Stand for what they believe.

2. Where was Edward Loring from?
(a) Washington D.C.
(b) Boston.
(c) Augusta.
(d) Philadelphia.

3. What kind of issue did Thoreau say slavery was NOT?
(a) Physical.
(b) Political.
(c) Moral.
(d) Emotional.

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

5. What was attacked when Anthony Burns was in custody?
(a) A police station.
(b) A train station.
(c) A prison.
(d) A courthouse.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Thoreau say med should treat the government when acting immorally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

2. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?

3. What congressional act was discussed at the meeting Thoreau was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

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

5. Where in the U.S. was Thoreau most interested in the slavery debate?

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