Thoreau Part 3 - Civil Disobedience

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What does Thoreau say he was not born to be?

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Forced.

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According to Thoreau, to what does a person owe the strongest loyalty?

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His or her conscience.

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What motto does the author heartily accept?

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That government is best which governs least.

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What was Thoreau's view on slavery?

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Slavery is a moral evil that should be stopped.

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Why is Thoreau not afraid of being in jail for not paying the poll tax?

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It was only his body that was imprisoned, not his mind.

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What is the main idea of Thoreau's 'Civil Disobedience'?

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Individuals should not permit governments to overrule or atrophy their consciences.

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How does Thoreau define a just government?

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A government that governs least and respects individual rights.

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What role does conscience play in Thoreau's philosophy?

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Conscience is the highest authority to which individuals owe their loyalty.

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What does Thoreau believe about the relationship between the individual and the state?

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The individual should prioritize moral integrity over obedience to the state.

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What action does Thoreau advocate for against unjust laws?

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Civil disobedience, or nonviolent resistance.