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should gladly serve the time if it means attention will be brought to an unjust law. Thoreau argues that people shouldn't blindly trust laws and
societal
norms if they are unjust.
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Part B
In the 1960s, John Lewis and his fellow civil rights activists were influenced by Thoreau's beliefs presented in "Civil Disobedience." In what ways did
these civil rights activists follow the principles professed by Thoreau in his essay? Cite evidence from both reading selections to support your
answer.
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Part C
Write a one-page persuasive essay with your views on the civil disobedience discussed and promoted by Thoreau and Lewis. Do you think civil