What is his real name?:Samuel Langhorne Clemens
Why are his books controversial?: He uses different language, not the best language. So some people might be offended by his books because of the choice words that he uses in them.
What are some interesting facts about his life?:
- A steamboat accident injured his brother, and the brother died after Twain gave him a dose of morphine; Twain feared that he caused his brother's death.
- Twain felt responsible for death of his son, who was exposed in cold weather.
- Three of his four children died before he did.
What is the meaning of irony? Provide an example.:the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning: the irony of her reply, “How nice!” when I said I had to work all weekend.
Who is Jules Verne? What did he write? What is his connection to Twain? : He was a french author who helped pioneer the science-fiction genre. He is best known for his novel, A Journey to the Center of the Earth. He wrote about space, air, and underwater travel. He is referred to " The Father of Science-Fiction".
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