Question

question 11(multiple choice worth 6 points)
(07.05 mc)
how did henry david thoreau inspire later american reformers?
○ by introducing civil disobedience
○ by introducing a new genre of writing
○ by convincing the people to believe in god
○ by introducing the benefits of solitary living

Explanation:

Henry David Thoreau's work on civil disobedience (from his essay "Civil Disobedience") became a key inspiration for later American reformers, as it provided a philosophical and practical basis for protesting unjust laws, which was used in movements like civil rights. The other options: a new genre of writing isn't his main reform - inspiring contribution; convincing people to believe in God isn't associated with him; and solitary living's benefits were more personal/philosophical, not a core reform - inspiring tool.

Answer:

A. By introducing civil disobedience