Mark twain biography video worksheet

List at least THREE of the jobs or occupations Mark Twain had in his lifetime.

There are two activities in this Mark Twain biography viewing guide to introduce your students to Mark Twain or supplement your Twain unit or American.

At least three jobs Twain had in his lifetime: river boat pilot, gold miner, reporter, publisher, inventer, entrepreneur, writer.

This is a question video quiz for students to accompany the Ken Burns documentary about Mark Twain.

The questions on this worksheet and quiz combination will test you on the life and works of Mark Twain, one of America's most famous and beloved writers.

At least three jobs Twain had in his lifetime: river boat pilot, gold miner, reporter, publisher, inventer, entrepreneur, writer....

Whether you're doing in-person or remote learning, we have videos, activities, primary sources, and lesson plans to help you bring Twain's life and works into your classroom

Catching Up With The Clemenses

This ongoing video series takes younger students inside the home and behind the scenes to connect the past and present.

Episodes and Descriptions

Sam’s Shorts

Each month, we give you a new, less familiar bit of Twain’s writing to read and engage with.

Read this month's short!

Community Programs, Internships, & Contests

From creative writing to exhibit design to robotic frogs, there’s always something happening at The Mark Twain House & Museum.

More ways to engage with Twain!

Virtual Tour

Explore the Clemens family’s home in stunning detail.

We’ve created a flexible inquiry framework to help you get even more from your experience!

Virtual Tour Inquiry

Lesson Plans

Participants in national teaching workshops at The Ma