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Mark Twain
Samuel Langhorne Clemens (November 30, 1835 – April 21, 1910), better known by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American author and humorist. He is most noted for his novels Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which has since been called the Great American Novel.
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What does floating loaves of bread with mercury in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn mean?
The superstition in Twain's day was that a loaf of bread with a dab of mercury was magical. If released on a body of water where a drowned body was located the mystic magnetism between corpse and bread would draw the loaf towards the corpse and the loaf would float over the body so it could be recovered.
Simple experiments indicate that:
- a floating loaf becomes too soggy to float quite quickly and sinks
- fish or animals eating mercury contaminated food die
- the "magnetism"( if it exists at all) is very weak (mercury containing bread will not stick to a corpse) and it unlikely that the attraction would allow loaf to battle wind and current to remain stationary over the dear departed
What is an example of syntax in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
Dialect is a variation of language spoken by a particular group, often within a particular region. They differ from standard language because they may contain different pronunciations, forms, and meanings. An example of dialect in Tom Sawyer is in Chapter 1 pg.3 where it states "Nothing! Look at your hands. And look at your mouth. What is that truck?"
When did huckleberry Finn's dad die?
Nearly all of the Grangerford clan is killed in a feud in Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. In chapters seventeen and eighteen, Huck is separated from Jim. He ends up spending time with the Grangerfords, a family embroiled in a feud with a nearby, rival family, the Shepherdsons.
The Grangerfords include Mrs. Grangerford and Colonel Grangerford, his sons, Bob and Tom, his daughters, Caroline and Sophia, and the youngest boy, Buck. Before Huck meets the family, one daughter, Emmeline had died of natural causes, but three sons had been killed.
Buck explains to Huck how a number of people have been killed in the feud, including Buck's fourteen-year-old cousin, Bud, just earlier that year. He claims a Shepherdson was also killed earlier in the year.
Miss Sophia runs off to marry one of the Shepherdsons, and the families start battling. Huck meets up with Buck and Buck's cousin, Joe, by the river. Buck says that the Shepherdsons had ambushed and killed his father, the Colonel, and his brothers, Bob and Tom, earlier in the day. Huck watches from high in a tree as Buck and Joe are gunned down trying to escape by swimming in the river.
You can listen to an interesting and free audio rendition of chapters seventeen and eighteen at the link below.
Why is Mark Twain deliberately using bad grammar in his books?
The "bad grammar" Twain uses is to represent the dialects and speaking patterns of his characters. This reduces the need to introduce each character as a slave, Southerner and so on. Characters who only speak grammatically correct English are flat, unbelievable and two dimensional.
Where did the prince hide the great seal in The Prince and The Pauper?
The Great Seal was used to authorize documents coming from the king. In an age when most people could not read, the Seal was a simple way for everyone to know tht the king had officially approved an action.
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Who are the people against Tom Sawyer in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
The main people against Tom Sawyer in "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" are his Aunt Polly, who scolds him for his mischievous behavior, and his schoolteacher Mr. Dobbins, who punishes him for not paying attention in class or completing his tasks. Injun Joe is also an antagonist in the story, as he poses a direct threat to Tom and Huck Finn.
Why does pap not vote in Huckleberry Finn?
Pap is upset by the government for multiple reasons. One, they try to take Huck away from Pap when Huck can finally do "suthin' for him", mainly earn drinking money for pap. Two, Pap is racist against an educated free black who Pap believes acts like he is better than him, because "he wouldn't 'a' give me the road if I hadn't shoved him out o' the way."
No, that is not true. In the story "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" by Mark Twain, after Smiley discovered the frog had been loaded with shot, he was upset but did not force the stranger to give back the money. The stranger left town before Smiley could challenge him.
What are Mark Twain's nicknames?
Mark Twain's real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens. His pen name, "Mark Twain," was derived from a riverboat term meaning "two fathoms deep." Another nickname he had was "The Father of American Literature."
What job did Mark Twain have as a teenager?
He was a type setter for many years at his brothers printing company in Hannibal Missouri. He moved later to be a type setter again.
Who is the antagonist in The Prince and The Pauper?
In "The Prince and the Pauper" by Mark Twain, the antagonist is generally considered to be John Canty, the abusive and cruel father of the pauper Tom Canty. John Canty's actions throughout the story contribute to many of the conflicts that the main characters face.
Who is the first boy to suggests abandoning the pirate expedition in Tom Sawyer?
Joe Harper is the first boy to suggest abandoning the pirate expedition in "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer."
Was Mark Twain rich growing up?
No, Mark Twain's family faced financial struggles during his childhood, and he had to leave school at a young age to work. He achieved wealth and fame later in life through his writing career.
What is Mark Twain's Quote about age differences?
Mark Twain's quote about age differences is "Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." This quote suggests that one's attitude and mindset towards age can determine how significant it is in one's life.
What interest do Toms friends develop while he is absent in Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
Tom's friends become interested in treasure hunting while he is absent in "Adventures of Tom Sawyer." They team up and decide to go on a treasure hunt in the graveyard, based on the treasure map they found. This shared interest in finding hidden treasure brings them together and motivates their adventures in Tom's absence.
What did Mark Twain not make money of?
Mark Twain did not make much money off of his investment in the Paige typesetting machine, which was a major financial failure for him. He also struggled with managing his finances and made some poor investments that led to financial difficulties later in his life.
Who earned the most rewards in Sunday School in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
Tom traded his 'treasures' with other kids in his Sunday school class in order to get tickets. After he had traded he realized he had enough tickets for a new bible so he traded in his tickets for a bible. The answer therefore is: a new bible.
Mark Twain is suggesting that good judgment requires intelligence, and a person needs to have a natural aptitude or "good stock" of brains to succeed as a pilot. Piloting requires quick decision-making and critical thinking skills, which are rooted in one's innate intelligence. Without this foundation, it would be challenging to excel in such a role.
How is Mark Twain related to Andrew clements?
Mark Twain and Andrew Clements are both American authors, but they are not related. Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Clemens, was a renowned writer known for classics like "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Andrew Clements is a contemporary author known for popular children's books like "Frindle" and "The School Story."
What Army did Mark Twain join?
Mark Twain (the pseudonym of the author Samuel Clemens) never joined an Army. Clemens however served in 1861 in the Confederate Army during Civil War as a second lieutenant. After a few inglorious weeks he deserted to join Orion his abolitionist brother in Nevada.
Is Huckleberry Finn homeless in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
Not really, he has a home but he is sorta ashamed to be to the town drunk's son. So he doesn't staythere. He stays where people let him
What is the remarkable thing Twain said he did for Florida Missouri?
Mark Twain claimed that he once closed off a street in Florida, Missouri so that he could paint it blue and call it Blue Jay Way in honor of his story "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County."
