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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 did Thoreau say made men innocent in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?
(a) Being educated.
(b) Doing what is right.
(c) Following the law.
(d) Appeasing the officials.

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

4. What role does Thoreau challenge in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) The slaves.
(b) The immigrants.
(c) The government.
(d) The citizens.

5. What did Thoreau say law would never do for man?
(a) Repress bad men.
(b) Keep men safe.
(c) Govern him.
(d) Set him free.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Thoreau describe the attack made to free Burns?

2. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

3. What did Thoreau say the issue of slavery was doing to his state?

4. What part of man does Thoreau say government has control over?

5. What does Thoreau say is not always found in the majority?

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