Mark Twain Biography

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What was Mark Twain's original name?

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Samuel Clemens

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True or False: Twain was once the pilot of a steamboat.

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True

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How old was Mark Twain when he started working?

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15

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In what year was 'Huckleberry Finn' published?

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1884

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What is Mark Twain best known for?

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Writing, particularly novels and short stories.

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What genre of literature is Mark Twain associated with?

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American literature, particularly realism and humor.

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Name one of Mark Twain's most famous works.

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.

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What river is often associated with Mark Twain's writing?

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The Mississippi River.

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What themes are commonly found in Twain's works?

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Racism, social injustice, and the critique of society.

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What was the significance of the pen name 'Mark Twain'?

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It refers to a term used in river navigation meaning two fathoms deep.