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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In total, how much does it cost for Thoreau to build his house?
(a) $56.08.
(b) $28.12.
(c) $364.92
(d) $192.47

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

3. What does Thoreau wage a war with in his bean-field?
(a) Weeds.
(b) Insects.
(c) Mold.
(d) Small Animals.

4. Thoreau speaks of visitors from what charitable institution?
(a) The church.
(b) The almshouse.
(c) The hospital.
(d) The Salvation Army.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Canadian woodchopper read the French paper?

2. What are the necessities of life?

3. Where does Thoreau believe intellectual societies are confined?

4. Thoreau states his residence at Walden was more favorable to thought and serious reading than what institution?

5. What American institution does Thoreau state he could do without?

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