Huck Finn

What events from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer does Huck mention?

When they found the money that the robbers hid in the cave. Judge Thatcher putting interest on it.

What is life like for Huck while he is living with the Widow Douglas and her sister Miss Watson?

Miss Watson doesn't want him being wild. They force religion on him and try to civilize him.

How does Miss Watson describe heaven? What does Huck think about it?

A place where everybody plays a harp and sings forever. Huck thinks there's no reason why he'd wanna go there. Doesn't wanna go there

Name evidence in Chapter 1 that Huck is a superstitious person

Spider on his shoulder and flicked it to the candle
Did a ritual to keep witches away
Mentioned winds speaking to him
Sound of ghosts' grieving

Who does Huck meet with at the end of Chapter 1?

Tom Sawyer in the trees. Adventurous boy.

What tricks does Tom play on Jim in Chapter 2? How does Huck feel about this?

Initially tries to tie Jim up on the tree, but then just puts his hate on the tree branch. Huck didn't want a part of this.

How does Jim react to the tricks after he wakes up?

Says the witches put him in a trance and teased him. Jim bragged about this to the slaves

What are Tom's plans for his band of robbers?

Take an oath with their blood
Never snitch or else death
Rob people on highway

Why is Huck almost excluded from the gang?

Doesn't really have a blood related family. Huck says they can just kill miss watson.

Describe Huck's experience with prayer

Useless. Miss Watson said he'd receive things but he didn't

What is Widow Douglas and Miss Watson's view of God's Plan?

Douglas--God is loving and forgiving
Watson--One mistake youre going to hell

How does Huck feel about his father?

He's ok when he's sober. When he's drunk, he's a monster. Doesn't like his company.

What are the acitivities of Tom's gang?

Animals at Cave Hollow and Spanish and Arabs. Was actually a sunday school picnic. They chased them away and got their stuff.

What is tom sawyer like?

adventurous. Only wants adventure and fun.

What happens to Huck that signifies bad luck is on the way?

Boot tracks with two nails crossed on the heel. It was Pap

What does Huck want Judge Thatcher to do? Why?

Keep money and interest. To get the money away from Pap and get the bad luck away

Describe Jim's telling of Huck's fortune

He says that Pap might stay or go away. It's not sure. Saying theres 2 angels.

Why does Jim fortune tell?

He does it to scam other slaves and their superstition.

Who is Huck's surprise visitor in Chapter 4?

Pap

What does Pap think of Huck's new life?

He thinks that just coz he's literate and educated Huck thinks he's better than him

What evidence is there that Pap is jealous of Huck's new life?

The money Huck has
Carpet floor
Bed and clothes

What happens when Judge Thatcher and Widow Douglas try to get the court to allow one of them to be Huck's legal guardian?

The new judge chooses Pap trying not to separate the family

What happens when the new judge tries to reform Pap?

Pap acts like a good man but when he got drunk again he went back to his old ways.

How does Huck feel about life with Pap at first? How and why does this change?

He loved it because life was simple. Fishing and hunting. But it changes because when Pap left, Huck was locked in there for days. Bored.

What is Pap's long speech about the free black he saw?

Said the man looked fancy with good clothes. Jealous because he was free and a professor. Pap thinks he should be in the fields.

What frightening episode does Huck have with Pap near the end of the chapter 6?

Pap chases Huck with a knife in the house thinking he was the angel of death.

Explain Huck's house escape plan?

Drifting canoe from water rise-\>go to the Island
Dragged cornmeal across the house
Chopped pig blood in the house and put axe on wall to make it look like he got robbed and killed.

How do the townspeople search for Huck in chapter 8?

They went down the river in a ferry and tried to shoot cannons to bring up his drowned body. That was legend

How does Jim act when Huck first finds him?

Jim is scared because he thinks it is the slave trader Miss Watson was talking to.

Why did Jim run away?

Jim didn't want to be sold by miss Watson. He overheard that he was worth $800

Describe Jim's view of his worth in terms of money

He says he is worth $800 and he owns himself. Won't be owned by anyone.

What is life like when Jim and Huck ride out the rainstorm in the cave

It was nice. They'd just eat fish and game. Cuss and smoking. It was simple

What happens when Jim and Huck find a house floating down the river?

They saw a man lying down with whiskey everywhere. Dead. They looted him and also got mens and womens clothes there.

What happens when Huck plays a mean trick on Jim in Chapter 10?

Huck finds a rattlesnake in the cave and kills it. Puts it in Jim's bead. Forgot about it. Snake's mate came and bit Jim's heel

What does Jim do when he's bitten by the snake?

He drinks the alcohol to flush the poison out of his system. Smart. Also eats the snake.

Why does Huck dress up like a girl?

To disguise himself so he can go into a town and find out if people were still searching and info.

What does Huck learn from Mrs. Loftus?

First they think it's pap but then they believe that Jim killed him. Jim ran away around the same time and they also saw smoke at Jackson Island.

Why does Huck's disguise fail to trick Mrs. Loftus? What does Mrs. Loftus think the reason was for Huck's disguise?

Huck didn't do things like a woman. Killed the rat like a man. She thinks he, George Peters, dressed up because he's a farmer's apprentice.

Who is on the steamboat that has hit the rocks? Why is Huck afraid of them?

A gang of murderers. One man was tied up. They were wondering if they should kill them, don't tell, or don't do anything.

How does Huck attempt to help the men on the Walter Scott? How successful is he?

Huck asks the ferryman if he can help him find his "lost family" on the steamboat. Ferryman agrees but then tey realize they're all dead. Shows Huck's morality.

Why is Jim disgusted with King Solomon? How's he mistaken about the story?

He doesn't get why he'd split the baby in half to find out the true mother. No point in a split baby. Solomon actually said this to know who'd say no since a real mother would say that. Shows Jim's practicality

Describe the conversation Huck and Jim have about foreign languages. What argument does Huck try to use to explain foreign languages?

Huck says it is a distinction of cultures but Jim says all cats talked the same so why can't humans? Alluding to racism

How do Jim and Huck be separated in Chapter 15?

Huck tried to tie the canoe down but it didn't work. Huck flew out of it and there was thick fog too

What mean trick does Huck play on Jim when he finds him on the raft in Chapter 15? How does it make Jim feel? How does Huck then feel?

Huck says that Jim was drunk and imagining it all. Jim says that he's trash for that since he took advantage of it. Friends don't do that. Huck feels bad and promises to never trick Jim again.

What thought concerns Huck and Jim as they approach Cairo? What plan does Huck create to solve the problem?

If they missed Cairo already. Huck says paddle until they see a person and ask where Cairo is.

When Jim begins to talk about his freedom, why does Huck's conscience begin to bother him?

He could get killed for helping a runaway slave. He thinks that the right thing to do would be to turn him in.

What does Jim plan to do when he gets to a free state?

Save up his money and buy his family back.

How does the Grangerford Family treat Huck as soon as they know he's not dangerous?

They treat him well. New clothes and food. Treat him like a high esteemed guest

What story does Huck tell the Grangerford's concerning his background?

He says that Pap and his sister left him. Everyone in the family either died or left. He's from Arkansas

After Huck looks at the daughter's pictures what does Huck conclude about the daughter's disposition?

He thinks she's having a better time in the graveyard. Emmeline wrote and painted gloomy things.

How does Huck feel about the Grangerford's, "dead ones and all"?

He likes them all. They were all nice. After reading Emmeline's stuff, he liked it.

What does Huck enjoy about staying at the Grangerford's?

There was good cooking. Big house. Cozy and comfy.

What does Buck do when he spots a member of the Shepherdson Family?

He shot his gun at Harney but misses and hits his hat. Buck runs away in the woods.

When did the family feud begin? What does Buck say?

Buck says there was a lawsuit 30yrs ago. He doesn't know who started it.

What does Miss Sophia ask Huck to do? Why is Huck suspicious?

She asks Huck to fetch her Bible at church since she left it there. Huck's suspicious because why would a girl care for the bible.

Where does Huck find Jim? Why is Jim not surprised to see Huck?

Around the swamp near the trees and river. Jim knew since the others told him that Huck was there.

Why does Huck believe that he is to blame for the bloodshed? What does he feel he should have done?

He should've told the father of the note "half past two" he saw. That way they wouldn't be killing each other in the night.

What is life like for Huck and Jim during their first few days back on the raft?

It was boring and smooth. The river would be quiet or loud. They would sleep and wake up and stuff.

What do Jim and Huck discuss as they lay their backs at night?

If stars were made or happened. Jim says they were made or the moon laid stars. Huck sees a point because frogs lay lots of eggs.

What are the ages of the men they encounter in Chapter 19? How are they dressed? Why were they being run out of their towns?

King was 70 and old dressed in raggedy clothes. Duke was 30 years old with ornate style. King got ran out of town because he was holding a temperance revival meeting but still drank at times. Duke got ran out for selling stuff to ruin teeth. Fixed them for money too.

Why does Huck decide not to say anything to the Duke and the King? What has Huck learned about the "best way to get along with these people"?

Best to not disturb the peace. Just let them have their way. He knows they're lying about being Duke and King.
Jim's also at stake.

With whom does Huck associate the Duke and King?

lowly, imposters, and frauds.

What does the Duke promise to do in Chapter 20?

Make a plan so that they can run in daylight without Jim getting caught

What does the King direct Huck and Jim to do during the storm? What is Huck's response?

King says for them to keep watch. Huck doesn't mind.

What does the King do when he catches sight of the preacher? What lie does he tell the crowd? How does he trick them?

He grabs the mic and says he's a poor pirate looking for men. He says he got robbed. He hints at needing money and they give it to him.

How does Jim feel about the King and the Duke?

He says the king's powerful drunk and the duke is the same level. A handful.

Describe the town in Huck's eyes in Chapter 21? What did the citizens do?

They were big pipe smokers. They wore fancy clothes. Roads were made of mud. Town was dull.

Explain the story of Boggs and Colonel Sherburn

Boggs bothers people when drunk. He picks a fight with Colonel and he says until one. The crowd tells Boggs to stop trash talking. Colonel kills Boggs in front of Bogg's daughter. They tried to get him to stop

How do the townspeople react to what Sherburn does to Boggs? What do they want to do to Sherburn?

They're stunned. They went to a drug store and retell the story. They get mad and want to lynch Colonel.

What does colonel sherburn tell the crowd that gathers outside his home?

Mob mentality. They wouldn't actually do it because it would cause trouble.

What happens on the first night of the Shakespearean show? According to the Duke, why does it fail? What do the people want?

Only twelve people show up. Duke thinks they aren't educated enough. They should show low comedy and only invite men. Next show, the king runs painted and naked.

Why do the people advise their friends to see the tragedy even though they feel they were cheated?

They don't want to be the only fools in town. They'll fall for it too.

What does Duke tell Huck to do as soon as the house was full? Where has the King been?

Tells Huck to get on the rafts and get away. The king was supposed to stay on the stage but went on the raft because he knew the show wouldn't go well.

How do Huck and Jim feel about continuing to have the kinds of people like the King and the Duke on the raft with them? Why does Huck not tell Jim about the phony royalty?

Huck and Jim don't want them there but they're their responsibility. He doesn't tell Jim because his life is at stake.

What is Jim doing when Huck awakens? According to Huck, what is bothering Jim? What is Huck beginning to realize?

Sitting with his head in between his knees. Huck thinks he's worried about his wife and kids. Huck realizes that blacks love family just like whites. They're human too.

Why is Jim angry with himself concerning his daughter?

He treated her bad. He told her to shut the door but she didn't. He hit her not knowing she was deaf. He then realized she was deaf when the door slammed and she didn't react. Jim feels bad and then screamed sorry to her.

What does the Duke tell Jim to do if anyone come "meddling around"?

To hop out and howl and look wild and insane. Then they'll leave. Scare.

How do they plan to get to the next village in Chapter 24?

Steamboat

What does the King want to know when he gets off the steamboat? Who is he pretending to be?

Wants to know everything of the village. Pretends to be a friend of dead Mr. Wilks. He asks the people. People think that the duke and king are Wilk's brothers. They can gain a lot of info and keep talking to them.

How do the people treat the King? Of what does the King's behavior make Huck ashamed in Chapter 24?

They share their condolences and tell his last moments. Huck felt ashamed because he was acting so lowly. Duke and king take advantage of the innocence. That irritates Huck. They're good people and to add on, their uncle has died.

How do the townspeople react to the appearance of the "Wilks brothers"? Does anyone suspect their claim?

They don't suspect a thing. They rush towards them

What do the King and Duke plan to discourage suspicion in Chapter 25?

Give the money to the girls. They also know everything about the town

What shocking accusation does the doctor make? What do the townspeople say in support of the King? Why does the doctor believe Harvey to be a fraud?

Doctor says they're frauds since their sign language and accent suck.
The townspeople say that they're real coz they know everything in the town

What is Mary Jane's response to the doctor's accusations?

She gives the money back to Duke and King and tells them to invest it for them.

How does Huck fare when he responds to Joanna's questions about life in England?

He blunders every so often. He forgets he's the man's servant. Mentions a sea bath when Louis IV isn't close to sea. Huck says the king's often at the church. He's in London. While Huck said he stays at Sheffield.

How does the King justify selling the property out from under the three girls?

Once they're found out, the property will go back to them. Only want money
They're young, they can get jobs.

How does Huck get the bag of money?

He goes to a crack in the feather bed and steals it.

Where does Huck hide the bag of money?

Peter Wilk's coffin

What is the reaction when the King and Duke sell the slaves that are part of the estate?

Ashamed. Don't separate family.

How does Huck handle it when the King and Duke question him about having gone into their room to see if he took the money?

He says the slaves took it. Not at the same time, though.

Describe in detail the plans Huck makes with Mary Jane Wilks.

Stay at Mr. Lothrop's until 9 pm. Come back. If it's before 11, put a candle in window. If Huck doesn't come at 11, she can go arrest the frauds. It also means Huck is gone. When the court asks about them, Huck says for Mary Jane to go to Bricksville and say they have the Royal nonesuch men. He says leave before breakfast. Her face can be easily read. If Huck is taken, she should vouch for him. He wrote where the money was to Mary Jane.

What happens when the real Harvey and William Wilks show up?

They didn't show suspicion. The town doesn't know who the real one is now. The real brothers explain how their luggage was lost and that his brother William was deaf and couldn't communicate and broke his dominant arm.

What are some of the tests that are used to decide the real Wilks brothers?

Compare handwritings to old letters--but William couldn't write since arm broken
Tattoo on Peter Wilk's chest--but person who buried him, didn't notice a tattoo.

Why does Huck want to cry at the end of the chapter 29?

They still aren't free of Duke and King.

How does the Duke think the money got into the coffin?

King put it there so he can keep it later.

What does Huck find has happened when he returns to the raft in Chapter 31?

The duke and king talk quiet. Jim's been sold for 40

What drastic action does Huck consider taking? What struggle with his conscience does he face?

His conscience tells him that if he turned him back in to Miss Watson. She'd sell him back to the river. If she didn't he'd get hated as an ungrateful man. Then they'd think of Huck trying to help Jim. He then chooses to be bad according to society and help Jim a runaway slave.

Where is Jim when he's sold?

Silas Phelps Farm

How does the Duke react when Huck blames him for selling Jim?

Duke says Jim was their slave too. They have a right to sell them.

For whom does Aunt Sally mistake Huck? How does this come about?

Cousin Tom Sawyer. He was supposed to come visit soon.