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Works of Mark Twain: Essay Questions And Answers

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From: Monarch Notes
Date: 19630101
Author:Twain, Mark

Twain, Mark
Monarch Notes
01-01-1963
Essay Questions And Answers

1. What did Mark Twain think of his fellow men?

Answer: Mark Twain was very disappointed in his fellow men. In his
Biography, he wonders why the human race was created and considers it a pity
that Noah and his party did not miss the boat. Twain considered that man was
base, hypocritical, and cruel. Often ready to praise achievement, he
nevertheless observed that the majority of men were not innovators but simply
followed the handful that made the most noise. Whether this handful was most
times wrong or right in their ...

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