The Lowest Animal

What is the central idea of The Lowest Animal?

• Humans are superior to animals in all ways.

• Humans have devolved into morally inferior beings.

• Humans and animals are equal in behavior.

• Animals are irrational compared to humans.

Answer explanation

Twain’s main idea is that humans are morally inferior to animals, contrary to common belief.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Twain criticize about organized religion in The Lowest Animal?

• Its compassion for humanity.

• Its hypocrisy and violence.

• Its rejection of higher animals.

• Its belief in morality.

Answer explanation

Twain criticizes religion for causing violence and division under the guise of morality.

What is the central idea of The Lowest Animal?

• Humans are superior to animals in all ways.

• Humans have devolved into morally inferior beings.

• Humans and animals are equal in behavior.

• Animals are irrational compared to humans.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Twain criticize about organized religion in The Lowest Animal?

• Its compassion for humanity.

• Its hypocrisy and violence.

• Its rejection of higher animals.

• Its belief in morality.

Which literary device is predominantly used by Twain in The Lowest Animal?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

In The Lowest Animal, Twain suggests that humans are unique in their ability to?

• Love unconditionally

• Commit acts of cruelty

• Live peacefully

• Communicate with animals

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Twain imply about human nature in The Lowest Animal?

• It is inherently good.

• It is no different from animal nature.

• It is superior to animal nature.

• It is flawed and hypocritical.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How does Twain use satire in The Lowest Animal?

• To praise human achievements

• To highlight human flaws

• To compare humans to gods

• To show the beauty of nature

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is Twain's tone in The Lowest Animal?

• Reverent

• Sarcastic

• Joyful

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes Twain's view on human evolution in The Lowest Animal?

• Humans have evolved to be more compassionate.

• Humans have devolved morally.

• Humans have remained unchanged.

• Humans have become more intelligent.