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Question 28 • English III

How did Thoreau’s general opinion of government relate to his imprisonment, as described in "Civil Disobedience"?

Answer

He believed that government was dishonest and that his imprisonment could affect major governmental decisions.

He believed that government was helpful to any society and that the reasons for his own imprisonment were just.

He believed that government was a positive force and that his imprisonment could improve the relationship between the government and the people.

He believed that government was corrupt and that he was justified in not paying his taxes despite being put in prison.

Explanation

In “Civil Disobedience,” Thoreau argues that government can be unjust and that people should not support wrongdoing by obeying it. He refused to pay a tax because he opposed the government’s actions, and he regarded imprisonment for that refusal as justified. Therefore, choice D best describes his opinion and its connection to his imprisonment.

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