1. PART A: Which of the following best describes a central idea of the text? Excerpt from Walden: “Economy” A. Thoreau believed travel to be a waste of money, although
he admits that getting to know other cultures can broaden
one's worldview.
B. Thoreau believed that technological advances do not
necessarily lead to a better quality of life.
C. Thoreau believed that society was on the brink of financial
collapse.
D. Thoreau believed that increased communication furthers
global progress.