Walden Excerpt Quiz

Walden Excerpt Quiz

9th - 12th Grade

10 Qs

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Walden Excerpt Quiz

Walden Excerpt Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Other

9th - 12th Grade

Easy

Created by

Jennifer Stewart

Used 1+ times

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of simplicity in Thoreau's 'Walden'?

Simplicity is emphasized as a means to live a more deliberate and meaningful life.

Simplicity is only for those who cannot afford a more luxurious lifestyle

Thoreau promotes complexity and extravagance in 'Walden'

Simplicity is irrelevant and has no significance in 'Walden'

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Thoreau promote self-reliance in 'Walden'?

Promoting materialism and consumerism

Encouraging reliance on others for sustenance and fulfillment

Advocating for simple living, minimalism, and reliance on oneself for sustenance and fulfillment

Advocating for a life of luxury and excess

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the concept of living deliberately as portrayed in 'Walden'.

Living impulsively and without thought

Living haphazardly and without direction

Living carelessly and without purpose

Living with intention, purpose, and mindfulness

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what ways does Thoreau advocate for a simple lifestyle in 'Walden'?

Encouraging materialism and consumerism

Promoting self-sufficiency, minimalism, and a focus on nature and individualism

Advocating for a hectic and busy lifestyle

Promoting reliance on technology and modern conveniences

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Discuss the role of nature in promoting simplicity and self-reliance in 'Walden'.

Nature has no impact on promoting simplicity and self-reliance in 'Walden'.

Nature provides a peaceful and uncluttered environment for introspection and teaches the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.

Nature promotes chaos and clutter, making it difficult to find simplicity and self-reliance.

Living in harmony with the natural world is not important for self-reliance.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Thoreau criticize materialism in 'Walden'?

By encouraging people to accumulate more possessions

By promoting excessive consumerism

By praising the benefits of material wealth

By advocating for a simple and minimalist lifestyle

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some examples of consumerism that Thoreau critiques in 'Walden'?

Embracing nature and self-sufficiency

Minimalism and simplicity

Appreciation for community and social connections

Excessive focus on material possessions, pursuit of wealth, and impact of industrialization

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