In Walden’s “Conclusion,” Thoreau uses the image of a well-worn path to describe

Why might Mr. Hooper, on his deathbed, claim that everyone wears a black veil (lines 454–455)?

 A primary assertion of the document states that

Jefferson believed that governments derive their powers from

Written Response – Answer the following questions based on your knowledge of the essays. What does Thoreau claim that people will do when they hear the fire bells? Why will they do so?

How did Squanto help the settlers? Cite details from the text.

What was Jefferson’s opinion about changing long-established governments?

Which statement accurately expresses the two men’s views on government?

How does Mr. Hooper respond when the parishioners first react to his veil?

Vocabulary – Choose the answer that best explains the meaning of each underlined word If people were congenial, they would be