Answer: D - Paint
Explanation: It's a principle of language
Overall, Thoreau wanted to prove that not everyone will easily flow with the rules of society. As a result, he calls the people who go different paths than the ones of society "different drummers."
In conclusion, your final answer should be A.
Answer:
Be
Explanation:
Be in a being verb/linking verb.
Other being/linking verbs are can, could, might, and must, amongst others.