Question

In what way does Life on the Mississippi reflect the time period in which it takes place?

It contains many ideas considered outdated in the present day.
It shows that Twain had the ambition typical of people of the 19th century.
It reflects the work ethic many people held at the time the book was written.
It reminds us that riverboats were once seen as exotic and adventurous.

Answer 1

D.

Step-by-step explanation:

just took it on edge

Answer 2

The correct answer should be It reflects the work ethic many people held at the time the book was written.

That was the point of American realism, showing how different parts of America behaved and what they valued. Realist writers such as twain tried to capture the spirit of the time in their books.