Chapter 1: Economy
1. To build his cabin, Thoreau used _____.
Answer: Reclaimed materials from a nearby abandoned railroad
2. Why does Thoreau think it's important to not get caught up in material possessions?
Answer: He believes that acquiring and maintaining wealth can lead to the corruption of one's character
3. How many pairs of pants did Thoreau own?
Answer: Two pairs of pants
Chapter 2: Where I Lived and What I Lived For
4. What was the main purpose of Thoreau's cabin?
Answer: To provide shelter and a simple lifestyle
5. What did Thoreau consider the best furniture?
Answer: The beauty of the natural world outside his cabin
Chapter 3: Reading
6. What did Thoreau hope to gain by reading?
Answer: Knowledge, wisdom, and a deeper understanding of the world
Chapter 4: Sounds
7. What was Thoreau's opinion on the sounds of nature?
Answer: He found great pleasure in the sounds of nature and considered them a source of joy
Chapter 7: The Pond in Winter
8. How did Thoreau describe the appearance of the pond during winter?
Answer: He described the pond as a "jewel" that mirrored the sky, surrounded by a white border of snow
Chapter 8: Spring
9. What significant change did Thoreau notice in nature during spring?
Answer: The return of birds, melting ice, and the beginning of new growth
Chapter 11: Higher Laws
10. What did Thoreau mean by "higher laws"?
Answer: He believed in a set of moral principles that guided one's actions and conduct
Chapter 12: Brute Neighbors
11. What kinds of animals did Thoreau encounter near his cabin?
Answer: Raccoons, mice, and woodchucks
Chapter 14: Former Inhabitants and Winter Visitors
12. Who were the former inhabitants of Thoreau's cabin?
Answer: A family known as the Irish family
Chapter 18: Conclusion
13. What did Thoreau learn from his experiment in simple living?
Answer: He became more aware of the intrinsic beauty in nature and gained a deeper appreciation for simplicity and self-reliance