Unit Test

Question 1

What does the image of ants represent?

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B: society

Question 2

What is Thoreau’s viewpoint in this passage?

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B: People should live more simply.

Question 3

Consider the natural imagery in this passage. Thoreau includes the image of the gently rippling lake to

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A: describe his sense of serenity and demonstrate that he feels connected to the natural world.

Question 4

Write two to three sentences that describe Thoreau’s viewpoint in this passage.

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Thoreau believes that an individual’s conscience should always take precedence over the laws of the government. He argues that people have a moral responsibility to distance themselves from a government that behaves unjustly or supports inequality. Ultimately, he suggests that a better government is one that respects the individual and is guided by morality rather than just power.

Question 5

Which of the following points did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

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A: Thoreau views the natural world as calm, peaceful, and inviting.; B: Thoreau thinks that immersing oneself in nature can spark an emotional response.; C: Thoreau believes that the natural world reflects his emotions.; D: Thoreau uses natural imagery to help convey his viewpoint.

Question 6

What does this imagery suggest about Thoreau’s viewpoint?

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B: He believes that society does not encourage individualism.

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