Mark Twain

Mark Twain, known as the Father of American literature, was a master of satire and wit. Born in Missouri in 1835, his childhood experiences along the Mississippi River and his observations of social injustices influenced his writing. Twain's career began in journalism, where he developed a unique voice characterized by humor and coarse language. His first major success was 'The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County', followed by 'The Innocence Abroad'. Twain's classics, 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Huckleberry Finn', explore themes of race and social hypocrisy, cementing his legacy in American realism. His influence on modern American literature is profound, with his style and clever one-liners making him one of the most quoted authors.

What nickname did Mark Twain earn due to his contributions to literature?

• Master of Realism

• Father of American Literature

• The King of Satire

• Pioneer of Modern Fiction

Which profession did Twain NOT pursue in his early career?

• Steamboat pilot

• Printer

• Lawyer

• Journalist

What was the title of Twain's first successful published work of fiction?

• The Innocence Abroad

• The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County

• The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

• The Prince and the Pauper

Which novel by Twain is often described as the Great American Novel?

• The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

• The Prince and the Pauper

• Huckleberry Finn

• The Innocence Abroad

What did Ernest Hemingway say about 'Huckleberry Finn'?

• It is Twain's most humorous work.

• It is the greatest novel of all time.

• It is the root of all modern American literature.

• It is a perfect example of American realism.