"Civil Disobedience" Quiz
A philosophical essay advocating for nonviolent resistance to unjust laws and government actions.
philosophy | 33 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- How does Thoreau define the concept of civil disobedience in the book?
- What are the key reasons Thoreau advocates for civil disobedience?
- In what ways does Thoreau critique the government and its institutions in 'Civil Disobedience'?
- How does Thoreau's concept of individual conscience and morality influence his ideas of civil disobedience?
- Discuss the role of passive resistance and nonviolent protest in Thoreau's philosophy of civil disobedience.
- How does Thoreau's experience of being jailed for his refusal to pay taxes inform his views on civil disobedience?
- What are the implications of Thoreau's ideas on civil disobedience for contemporary social and political movements?
