What Was Henry David Thoreau Protesting in the 1840s When

question 37

Multiple Choice

What was Henry David Thoreau protesting in the 1840s when he refused to pay his taxes?

• A)high tariffs
• B)compulsory education
• C)economic inequality -Consider This: Protest as a form of participation often involves taking action against specific government policies.
• D)the Mexican War

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Definitions:

Juxtaposition

The act of placing two or more things side by side for the purpose of highlighting their differences or similarities.

State Society

A form of human social organization characterized by a formal governmental structure and a clear division of society into classes or groups.

Ethnic Group

A group of people forming a community who have similar cultural heritage or ancestry.

Homogeneous

Characterized by uniformity or similarity, often referring to populations, substances, or areas with little diversity.