In "a cub pilot," twain becomes nervous about making the crossing after mr. bixby questions his knowledge. what does this show about young twain's character?
a)he is funny
b) he is ignorant of the river
c)he lacks self-assurance.
d) he cant be trusted

The correct answer to this question is letter "C)He lacks self-assurance."

In "A Cub Pilot," Twain becomes nervous about making the crossing after Mr. Bixby questions his knowledge. This shows that young Twain's character is lacking self-assurance. He is not sure about himself and he didn't trust himself, too.