Simplicity Day Trivia Quiz.

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1. Why did Henry David decide to separate himself from society?

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Henry David decided to separate himself from society because he wanted to live a simple life. This can be inferred from the given options as the other choices do not provide a reason for him to separate himself from society. Living a simple life suggests that he wanted to detach himself from the complexities and distractions of society, seeking a more minimalist and self-sufficient lifestyle.

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Simplicity Day Trivia Quiz. - Quiz

"Our life is frittered away by detail. . . Simplify"-Henry David Thoreau. The whole observance of the simplicity day is to commemorate the life of Henry David who lived a very simple life and in the process wrote the book, Walden, to describe his experience. Do you really know this... see moreman and the organization that created this unofficial holiday? see less

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2. Who is the Emily fund in memory of?

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The Emily fund is in memory of Emily Rachel.

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3. Which is not true about Thoreau?

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Thoreau being a professor is not true because he did not hold a formal teaching position. He was primarily known as an author, abolitionist, and philosopher. Thoreau's most famous work, "Walden," reflects his philosophy of simple living and self-reliance. He also actively participated in the abolitionist movement, advocating for the end of slavery. While he did give lectures and taught briefly, he did not have a permanent professorship.

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4. Which is not why people like simplicity day?

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People do not like Simplicity Day because it is unofficial.

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5. On which day was Henry David born?

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Henry David was born on July 12, 1817, as stated in the answer option.

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6. For how long did Thoreau remove himself from society?

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Thoreau removed himself from society for a period of 2 years. During this time, he lived in a small cabin in the woods near Walden Pond, Massachusetts. He sought solitude and simplicity, aiming to live a more deliberate and meaningful life. Thoreau's experience during these 2 years became the basis for his famous book "Walden," which reflects on the importance of self-reliance, nature, and individualism.

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7. In which year was Walden published?

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Walden was published in 1854.

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8. In which year did Thoreau move to live in the woods?

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Thoreau moved to live in the woods in 1845.

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9. In which year did Thoreau die?

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Thoreau died in 1862.

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10. Which of the following is not a book written by Thoreau?

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The book "Did You Know..." is not written by Thoreau. The other three options, "A Plea for Captain John Brown," "Paradise (to be) Regained," and "Walden," are all books written by Thoreau.

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Why did Henry David decide to separate himself from society?
Who is the Emily fund in memory of?
Which is not true about Thoreau?
Which is not why people like simplicity day?
On which day was Henry David born?
For how long did Thoreau remove himself from society?
In which year was Walden published?
In which year did Thoreau move to live in the woods?
In which year did Thoreau die?
Which of the following is not a book written by Thoreau?
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