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Answer:
D i think so (evaluating the text before and while reading it)
The answer is A interesting idea at beginning
Answer:
A. It makes it clear that Twain recognizes the value of what Bixby taught him.
Explanation:
It is obvious that Twain recognizes the lesson from Bixby, when he says, "It was a good enough lesson, but learned the hard way." This means he obviously learned his lesson.