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Walden Quiz 1
1.
When does Thoreau first begin to build his house at Walden Pond?
July 1847
December 1840
March 1845
September 1854
2.
When does Thoreau first move into his house at Walden Pond?
March 17
September 16
June 1
July 4
3.
Where is Walden Pond located?
Concord, Massachusetts
Lincoln, Massachusetts
Lincoln, Nebraska
Concord, New Hampshire
4.
According to Thoreau, which of the following is true of "the mass of men?"
They "live a life of simplicity, independence, magnanimity, and trust."
They "lead lives of quiet desperation."
They are "determined to live by faith."
They are "godlike, immortal."
5.
What does Thoreau not include in his understanding of "the necessary of life?"
Food
Fuel
Shelter
Society
6.
How much did it cost Thoreau to build his house?
$41.30
$28.12
$14.72
$23.44
7.
What illness did Thoreau's brother die from?
Pneumonia
Influenza
Lockjaw
Consumption
8.
Which of the following ingredients were essential to Thoreau's most "convenient and agreeable" bread?
Yeast and salt
Sal soda
Rye and Indian meal
Flour
9.
What sentiment does Thoreau express about "old people?"
"The old alone remember life as it should be lived."
"The old have no very important advice to give the young."
"Theyare keen and subtle masters who enslave themselves with remembrance of failures past."
"Their own experience is a valuable example, and their lives have been so varied and full."
10.
What is the name of the farm Thoreau considers purchasing?
Hollowell
Brister
Baker
Fair-Haven
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