Question

which would be the best way of describing the overall structure of thoreaus observations in civil disobedience? he moves from a consideration of his surroundings to an evaluation of the state as a whole. he develops a critique of his jail cell into a critique of the entire prison system and justice department. he uses the example of his case as a way to introduce his condemnation of the court. he focuses entirely on his experiences while being imprisoned.

Explanation:

In "Civil Disobedience", Thoreau starts by reflecting on his immediate circumstances and then broadens his perspective to critique the state as a whole. The other options are either too narrow - focusing only on the prison - related aspects or just his imprisonment, or mis - represent the scope of his observations.

Answer:

He moves from a consideration of his surroundings to an evaluation of the state as a whole.