Quote by Mark Twain

Before taking final leave of me, my instructor inquired concerning my physical strength, and I was able to inform him that I hadn't any.

Before taking final leave of me, my instructor inquired conc

Summary

In this quote, the speaker's instructor asks about their physical strength before parting ways. The speaker responds by stating that they do not possess any strength. This implies that the speaker lacks physical prowess or may be physically weak. The quote showcases the speaker's honesty and perhaps their self-awareness or lack of confidence in their physical abilities.

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