View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Thoreau begin 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) He reads a poem.
(b) He gives a motto.
(c) He relates an experience.
(d) He cites a scripture.

3. What does Thoreau say the best government will NOT do in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Restrict.
(b) Reprimand.
(c) Tax.
(d) Govern.

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

5. What attribute does Thoreau say all men should have naturally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) Respect.
(b) Choice.
(c) Intelligence.
(d) Freedom.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Thoreau say should provide what government needs for them to have authority?

2. What kind of government does Thoreau describe in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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?

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

5. Who did Thoreau say was running the military force in Massachusetts?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 196 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample