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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Slavery in Massachusetts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was very friendly to Thoreau when he took his own advice in 'Civil Disobedience'?
(a) His incumbents.
(b) His cell mate.
(c) His family.
(d) His neighbors.

2. What was the congressional act that was discussed at the meeting Thoreau was asked to speak at before giving his speech, 'Slavery in Massachusetts' about?
(a) States' rights.
(b) Slavery.
(c) Presidential campaigns.
(d) Territorial issues.

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

4. Who did the governor of Massachusetts back in the issue of Burns?
(a) Harrison.
(b) Loring.
(c) Burns.
(d) Tuttle.

5. What did Thoreau say most media devices were striving to do?
(a) Reflect the truth.
(b) Gain approval.
(c) Make money.
(d) Appease the masses.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was attacked when Anthony Burns was in custody?

2. Why does Thoreau blame the citizens of his state for slavery?

3. What does Thoreau say soldiers are expected to do?

4. What attribute does Thoreau say all men should have naturally in 'Slavery in Massachusetts'?

5. When does Thoreau say a citizen should disobey?

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