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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of the lecture tour?

2. What was Twain amazed by when he met Rudyard Kipling?

3. What was Twain doing when Suzy fell ill?

4. What was Elisha Bliss's occupation?

5. What was Suzy's sister's name?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many different symbols present in this book. What are these symbols, and how did their presence alter the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Death and mortality were two integral themes in Twain's life. What are some of the key examples of these theme, and how did the presence of this themes affect the main characters?

Essay Topic 3

Twain endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials, and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

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