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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20-21 | Chapters 22-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Twain resign from the Civil War?
(a) A shoulder wound.
(b) Fatigue from retreating.
(c) He wanted to join the Union.
(d) His mother fell ill.

2. What happens to Twain on his first day of school?
(a) He is sent home.
(b) He is teased.
(c) He is whipped.
(d) He is put ahead a few classes.

3. What is the name of the boy who came to stay with Twain's family when he was 15?
(a) Fox.
(b) Panther.
(c) Bear.
(d) Wolf.

4. How old was Twain when he met the hypnotist?
(a) 17.
(b) 15.
(c) 18.
(d) 16.

5. What did Twain once give a man in jail?
(a) Matches.
(b) A cigarette.
(c) Some food.
(d) A knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of Twain's older brother?

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

3. Where was Dr. Peake from?

4. How did Twain become the star of a hypnotist show?

5. How old was Twain when he began smoking?

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