The Gilded Age Questions and Answers
The Gilded Age
Why did Mark Twain define an era as "gilded"?
Mark Twain defined the era as "gilded" to critique the superficial prosperity of the late 19th century. The term "gilded" suggests a thin layer of gold covering something of lesser value,...
The Gilded Age
What is Mark Twain's view of religion in The Gilded Age?
Mark Twain critiques religion in The Gilded Age as a tool manipulated for material gain rather than spiritual salvation. He satirizes how religion is exploited by those seeking to manipulate the...