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

2. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?
(a) Carry out the will of government.
(b) Obey.
(c) Defeat opposition.
(d) Serve.

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) States' rights.
(b) Slavery.
(c) Territorial issues.
(d) Presidential campaigns.

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

5. What does Thoreau say government accomplishes in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Motivating the citizens.
(b) Regulating trade.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Changing the ideals.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

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

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

4. What state was Thoreau from?

5. What happened to Thoreau when he took his own advice given in 'Civil Disobedience'?

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