Who Wrote the Gospel of Mark? 2.5 p23

Mark's Gospel is closely connected with St Peter - How?

Mark is referred to a number of times in the Acts of the Apostles book in the New Testament in the Bible. Explain each:
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Which stories in Mark are told in special detail?
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Which stories show special first hand knowledge (such as might be expected from someone who knew Peter well)?

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Was it written before or after Peter dying?

When was it probably written?

What language was it written in? and why?