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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Thoreau blame the citizens of his state for slavery?
(a) They are too complacent.
(b) They signed slavery into law.
(c) They are not paying attention.
(d) They are prideful.

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

3. What part of man does Thoreau say government has control over?
(a) The physical part.
(b) The emotional part.
(c) The religious part.
(d) The mental part.

4. What kind of government does Thoreau describe in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) A republic.
(b) A monarchy.
(c) A democracy.
(d) A socialist nation.

5. What holiday did Thoreau give 'Slavery in Massachusetts' on?
(a) Thanksgiving.
(b) Halloween.
(c) Independance Day.
(d) Valentine's Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word did Thoreau use to describe the holiday that is being celebrated when he was delivering, 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

2. Why was Thoreau put in jail?

3. Where was Edward Loring from?

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

5. What state was Thoreau from?

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