The Innocents Abroad

What is his first impression of the people of the Azores, and why do you think he feels the way he does about them?

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Twain is disgusted by the many street urchins yet a bit entertained at the same time. He claims that their greeting makes him feel like a novelty act in the circus. He also feels that the people are laid back to downright lazy, even though they don't use modern conveniences. It is a vastly different culture, which likely shocks Twain a bit and forces him into unfair prejudices.