CLEP US History I Exam Prep

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Iconic American author Mark Twain got his start during which of the following significant events in American history?
  1. The War of 1812
  2. The Civil War
  3. The Gold Rush
  4. The Missouri Compromise
  5. The Spanish-American War
Explanation
Answer: C -Samuel Clemens, whose pen name was Mark Twain, got his start as a journalist in the Gold Rush. He went to San Francisco to cover it, and his writing became immensely popular. Well known for his wit and astuteness in portraying relevant social issues, Twain would go on to become one of the most important authors of the 19th century. He was also known for his distinctly American voice and attention to the Mississippi River, which figured prominently in his works.
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