Question

Thoreau wrote Civil Disobedience after spending a night in jail for his protest against _____. Select all that apply.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. the Mexican-American War

Explanation:

Answer in bold

Throughout his life, Thoreau emphasized the importance of individuality and self-reliance. He practiced civil disobedience in his own life and spent a night in jail for his refusal to pay taxes in protest of the Mexican War. (Thoreau was opposed to the practice of slavery in some of the territories involved.)