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Which of the following statements explains one of the reasons Thoreau opposed the Mexican-American War?

A
He believed that the war would eliminate slavery in the United States.
B
He believed that the war was fought to add more slave states to the United States.
C
He believed that the war would take the lives of his fellow citizens.
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Based on Thoreau's transcendental beliefs, why might he have written an essay opposing the war?

A
to explain the individual's responsibilities within a corrupt society
B
to further his own political agenda
C
to call attention to the ways in which the government was essentially good
D
to express his lack of interest in societal issues
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Based on what you know about transcendental beliefs, Thoreau's response to the Mexican-American War, and the details surrounding the war, what ideas do you expect to find in Thoreau's essay "Civil Disobedience"?

A
support for the war and slavery
B
praise for the Mexican government
C
disapproval of government involvement
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Which main point do you anticipate Thoreau will make in his essay?

A
Citizens should always obey laws that the government creates.
B
Citizens should not support a government that does unethical things.
C
The government needs to support and reform unethical citizens.

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