Which of the following statements best explains why Thoreau moved to the woods?

Answer choices for the above question

A. He wanted to live life in its purest form and report back on the results, good or bad.

B. He believes that government is corrupt and he wanted to stop paying taxes.

C. He learned he was dying and sought to live life to its fullest before he died.

D. He did not know why he was going, but knew that it was the best way he could “glorify God.”

1 answer

The statement that best explains why Thoreau moved to the woods is:

A. He wanted to live life in its purest form and report back on the results, good or bad.

Thoreau's experiment in the woods at Walden Pond was motivated by his desire to simplify his life and connect more deeply with nature, philosophy, and self-reliance.