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In which classic novel by Mark Twain did a beggar and Prince of Wales switch clothes, and learn about social class inequality?

  • The Prince and the Pauper
  • Hamlet
  • Wealthy Boy and the Schmuck
  • A Modern Twain Story
Explanation

The answer is The Prince and the Pauper because in this classic novel by Mark Twain, a beggar named Tom Canty and the young Prince Edward, who later becomes King Edward VI of England, switch clothes and identities. Through this role reversal, they both gain firsthand experience and insight into the stark inequalities of social class. The beggar, posing as the prince, is initially awed by the luxurious lifestyle and privileges of the royal family. Meanwhile, the prince, disguised as a pauper, encounters the harsh realities and hardships faced by the lower classes. This story serves as a poignant exploration of social inequality and the power of empathy.