Single Answer MCQ
Q-00050902
Why does Twain mention 'mummies in the museum' in his essay?
1
To compare watches to ancient relics
2
To suggest he feels out of place in society
3
To express his desire for preservation
4
To humorously reflect on time's passage
Answer and Solution
Answer
D. To humorously reflect on time's passage
Solution:
Twain uses the comparison of 'mummies' to humorously reflect on the theme of time's passage, paralleling his feelings of being left behind by the watch's inaccuracies.
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