Based on Thoreau’s opinion about the Mexican-American War and slavery in the United States, why did he most likely refuse to pay the poll taxes, as described in "Civil Disobedience"?

Thoreau opposed the Mexican-American War and the expansion of slavery, which he believed the government was supporting. He refused to pay the poll tax as a way to avoid helping fund actions he considered unjust. Therefore, he disagreed with the government’s actions, making C the best answer.

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