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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Walking.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Thoreau describe slavery in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) Necessary.
(b) Useful.
(c) Shameful.
(d) Evil.

3. What was Edward Loring's occupation?
(a) Senator.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Judge.
(d) Police Officer.

4. Who did Thoreau like to have with him on his walks?
(a) His daughter.
(b) A student.
(c) Nobody.
(d) A close friend.

5. What was the name of the town where Brown's attack took place?
(a) Hannigan's Bay.
(b) Harlem's Crossing.
(c) Harrington Bridge.
(d) Harper's Ferry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Thoreau think should be made illegal in Massachusetts?

2. What was Anthony Burns's occupation?

3. What did Thoreau say his walks always had?

4. Why did Thoreau think most people had the wrong idea about Brown?

5. Who did Thoreau invite to be a citizen with him?

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