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In paragraph 1,what distinction does Thoreau make between the government and the people? Why does he begin the essay this way? WHy does Thoreau not begin the essay with his stay in jail?

 

dana m #251833
May 20, 2012 4:08 PM

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In paragraph 1,what distinction does Thoreau make between the government and the people? Why does he begin the essay this way? WHy does Thoreau not begin the essay with his stay in jail?

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jill d #170087
Jul 03, 2012 2:20 PM

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The article at the website pasted below should help you to formulate an answer to the question above.

Source(s): http://www.enotes.com/resistance-civil-government-reference/resistance-civil-government

 

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