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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 35-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Twain say his mother thought of the trouble he caused as a boy?
(a) She liked it.
(b) She hated it.
(c) She expected it.
(d) She was confused by it.

2. What does Twain contrast lecturing with?
(a) Acting.
(b) Writing.
(c) Reading.
(d) Presenting.

3. How old was Twain when he had his first crush on a girl?
(a) 9.
(b) 11.
(c) 12.
(d) 10.

4. How does Twain describe his older brother?
(a) The most happy and alarmed man.
(b) The most miserable and hopeful man.
(c) The most confused and innocent man.
(d) The most revered and deranged man.

5. What did Twain see some Irish boys doing one night after he left Nevada?
(a) Harassing a policeman.
(b) Killing a dog.
(c) Stoning a Chinese man.
(d) Giving alcohol to a baby.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Twain see in person that made him very happy?

2. What character is Twain supposed to be in his sister's play?

3. How did Dr. Newton say he cured Olivia?

4. How much was Twain paid for his weekly letters while sailing around the world?

5. Where did Twain go after leaving Nevada?

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