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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Thoreau often find his way home in the dark?
(a) He uses a torch.
(b) He ties a rope along the path.
(c) He uses a walking stick.
(d) He looks up at the opening between the trees above the path.

2. According to tales, who planted the beech grove?
(a) A wandering minstrel.
(b) Indians.
(c) Pigeons.
(d) Owls.

3. "I wanted to live deeply and..."
(a) Experience everything the world offered.
(b) Suck out all the marrow if life.
(c) To the fullest.
(d) Like each day was my last.

4. Which building is NOT listed by Thoreau as a vital building in the village?
(a) Bar-room.
(b) School.
(c) Grocery.
(d) Post Office.

5. How long does Thoreau stay in jail?
(a) One day.
(b) A month.
(c) Three weeks.
(d) One week.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what do the smells from the train remind Thoreau?

2. Who does Thoreau meet when taking shelter from a thunder storm?

3. What does Thoreau usually do after hoeing?

4. What did Thoreau do during his first summer at Walden Pond?

5. Thoreau speaks of visitors from what charitable institution?

(see the answer key)

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