The Lowest Animal

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What is the main theme of Twain's essay 'The Lowest Animal'?

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The main theme is a critique of human nature, suggesting that humans are more foolish and intolerant than animals.

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How does Twain use satire in his essay?

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Twain uses satire to highlight the absurdities of human behavior, such as false modesty and religious intolerance.

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What does Twain imply about the relationship between humans and animals?

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Twain implies that humans descended from animals and that animals may exhibit more peaceful behavior than humans.

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What tone does Twain adopt in 'The Lowest Animal'?

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The tone is primarily funny, using humor to convey serious critiques of humanity.

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What is false modesty, as critiqued by Twain?

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False modesty refers to the pretense of being modest or humble, often in a way that is insincere or exaggerated.

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What conclusion does Twain draw from his observations about humanity?

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Twain concludes that people are more cruel and vicious than animals.

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How does Twain support his theory of humanity?

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Twain supports his theory by claiming he drew conclusions from his own experiments and observations.

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What does Twain suggest about religious intolerance?

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Twain suggests that religious intolerance is a foolish aspect of human nature that leads to conflict.

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In what way does Twain compare animals and humans?

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Twain compares animals and humans by suggesting that animals can coexist peacefully, while humans often cannot.

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What literary device is primarily used in 'The Lowest Animal'?

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Satire is the primary literary device used to critique human behavior.