Question

in civil disobedience, what is thoreaus last thought about the state before he loses respect for it? he finds the states industrious locking of the cell door amusing. he thinks the state cant tell its friends from its enemies. he thinks the state is half - witted. he finds the state unforgivably timid.

Explanation:

In "Civil Disobedience", Thoreau expresses his disillusionment with the state. Before losing respect, he thinks the state can't distinguish between friends and enemies, highlighting its lack of discernment.

Answer:

He thinks the state can't tell its friends from its enemies.