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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Thoreau describe the attack made to free Burns?
(a) Necessary.
(b) Sadddening.
(c) Angering.
(d) Heroic.

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

3. What does Thoreau say happens when government gets involved in politics?
(a) It changes the perspective.
(b) It simplifies things.
(c) It allows for growth.
(d) It gets in the way.

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

5. How did the attackers trying to free Burns plead in their trial?
(a) Unheard.
(b) Innocent.
(c) Unaware.
(d) Guilty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Thoreau say media devices should have been doing?

2. How did Thoreau describe the rulers of the country in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

3. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?

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

5. What attribute does Thoreau say all men should have naturally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

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