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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is used to restore order when people try to free Burns?
(a) Tear gas.
(b) Legal intercourse.
(c) Tar and feather.
(d) Martial law.

3. What was the congressional act that was discussed at the meeting Thoreau was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts' about?
(a) Slavery.
(b) Territorial issues.
(c) States' rights.
(d) Presidential campaigns.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What city did Thoreau give 'Slavery in Massachusetts' on?

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

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

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

5. What kind of meeting was Thoreau asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

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