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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Objects of charity are not..."
(a) Welcome.
(b) Desirable.
(c) Guests.
(d) Invited.

2. What did Thoreau do during his first summer at Walden Pond?
(a) Read Books.
(b) Studied Philosophy.
(c) Wrote a book.
(d) Hoed beans.

3. Which animal is one of "Nature's Watchmen"?
(a) Fox.
(b) Owl.
(c) Cat.
(d) Bullfrog.

4. What did Thoreau do early in the morning?
(a) Bathed in the pond.
(b) Went for a walk.
(c) Read a book.
(d) Gathered food from his garden.

5. For what do Thoreau's visitors often ask him?
(a) A meal.
(b) A glass of water.
(c) Directions.
(d) A cup of coffee.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Walden Pond located?

2. How long does Thoreau live at Walden Pond?

3. "In dealing with truth we are..."

4. How many chairs does Thoreau have in his house?

5. What time does Thoreau begin hoeing every day?

(see the answer key)

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