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Why does Twain use an advertisement to describe the grand excursion in the book, The Innocents Abroad?

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Twain is pointing out the use of less-than-honest advertising to attract passengers. For example, the ad touts military heroes and celebrities as potential passengers, but the organizers understand that, once the passengers are on board, they will be caught up in the excitement and won't care.

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The Innocents Abroad