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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What animal grows to be four feet long, yet is rarely seen by humans?
2. Who does Thoreau meet when taking shelter from a thunder storm?
3. To what howling animal does Thoreau compare the loon?
4. In what state is Walden Pond located?
5. What vegetable does Thoreau chiefly grow at Walden Pond?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why does Thoreau admire the 'wild men' who go ice-fishing on Walden Pond?
2. What game does Thoreau play with the loon?
3. What did Thoreau use as an excuse to carry a gun?
4. What does Thoreau learn from his experiment?
5. What does Thoreau say we should practice moderation in?
6. What does Thoreau think John Field's future holds?
7. What happened to the well on the Field's property?
8. What are the two paths that Thoreau finds himself drawn to?
9. What does Thoreau compare the spring melt with?
10. Why does Thoreau describe wood as a precious commodity?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write an essay explaining the opportunities and hardships immigrants faced in the United States in the 19th century. Do present-day immigrants have better opportunities now? What is the American dream, and is it possible to achieve it?
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay expressing your opinion on hunting. Be sure to address:
1 - Hunting for sport vs hunting for food.
2 - Any existing arguments for or against hunting.
3 - The state of hunting laws in your area.
4 - Any recommendations you have.
Essay Topic 3
Write an essay explaining the individual's responsibility for philanthropy and charity. Be sure to address the following:
1 - Is humankind basically selfish or altruistic?
2 - What responsibilities are required of charitable organizations?
3 - Any charitable causes about which you feel strongly.
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