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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 call the congressional act that was discussed at the meeting he was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) The Slavery Maker.
(b) The Freedom Reducer.
(c) The Nebraska Bill.
(d) The Compromise of Souls.

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

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

4. How did Thoreau say med should treat the government when acting immorally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) With compassion.
(b) With contempt.
(c) With obedience.
(d) With logic.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Thoreau consider the real authority of Government, according to 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

2. What holiday did Thoreau give 'Slavery in Massachusetts' on?

3. What kind of issue did Thoreau say slavery was?

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

5. How does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

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