Henry David Thoreau - Walden

Question 1

Which elements make Walden a memoir? Check the four boxes that best apply.

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It takes place over a short period of time.; It is told from a first-person point of view.; It focuses on an important experience.; It provides information about the author’s life.

Question 2

Question 2

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Living life to its fullest meant living in nature.; Living life meant experiencing nature.

Question 3

What viewpoint is Thoreau expressing in this passage?People are constantly reading the newspaper.✔ People are overly concerned about others.X People spend too much time napping.

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✔ People are overly concerned about others.

Question 4

In what ways are Harris and Thoreau similar? Check the two boxes that best apply.

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Both questioned what was considered normal by society.; Both were drawn to individual experience.

Question 5

In what three ways did they differ?

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Thoreau settled in one place, while Harris traveled.; Harris travelled alone; Thoreau joined a group at Walden Pond.; Thoreau stayed near a town; Harris wanted to cross a distance.

Question 6

Which of the following did you discuss in your response? Check all of the boxes that apply.

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technology, such as cell phones, the Internet, television, or modes of transportation; family and friends; nature and the environment; places to live; the ability to travel

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