One commonality in the stances Lincoln and Thoreau take toward abolitionism is that

neither author embraces the cause as his own.

Lincoln would most likely describe the behavior that Thoreau recommends in lines 64-66 (“if it... law”) as

a rejection of the country’s proper forms of remedy.

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

Lines 9-12 (“let every man... liberty”)

The primary purpose of each passage is to

Advance a view whether individuals should follow all of the country’s laws.

In Passage 1, Lincoln contends that breaking the law has which consequence?

It undermines and repudiates the nation's values

The sentence in lines 24-28 (“When... made”) primarily serves which function in Passage 1?

Anticipates and corrects a possible misinterpretation of Lincoln’s argument

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1
One commonality in the stances Lincoln and Thoreau take toward abolitionism is that
neither author expects the cause to winwidespread acceptance.
neither author embraces the cause as his own.
both authors view the cause as central to their argument.
both authors see the cause as warranting drasticaction
2
Lincoln would most likely describe the behavior that Thoreau recommends in lines 64-66 (“if it... law”) as
a misapplication of a core principle of theConstitution.
an honorable response to an unjust law.
a rejection of the country’s proper forms of remedy.
an excusable reaction to an intolerable situation.
3
Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
Lines 36-37 (“There... law”)
Lines 9-12 (“let every man... liberty”)
Lines 33-35 (“If such... borne with”)
Lines 20-23 (“and let... altars”)
4
As used in line 32, “observed” most nearly means
scrutinized
contemplated
noticed
followed
5
The primary purpose of each passage is to
Argue the difference between legal duties and moral imperatives.
Articulate standards by which laws can be evaluated as just or unjust.
Advance a view whether individuals should follow all of the country’s laws.
Discuss how laws ought to be enacted and changed in a democracy.
6
In Passage 1, Lincoln contends that breaking the law has which consequence?
It leads slowly but inexorably to rule by mob
It slows the repeal of bad laws
It undermines and repudiates the nation's values
It creates divisions between social groups
7
As used in line 24, “urge” most nearly means
stimulate
hasten
require
advocate
8
The sentence in lines 24-28 (“When... made”) primarily serves which function in Passage 1?
Anticipates and corrects a possible misinterpretation of Lincoln’s argument
Raises and refutes a potential counterargument to Lincoln’s argument.
Acknowledges and substantiates a central assumption of Lincoln’s argument
Identifies and concedes a crucial shortcoming of Lincoln’s argument.

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