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What was the boom coming from that Huck heard around 8:00 am in the morning and what did he think the purpose of it was?
Ferry, to bring a body up to the surface of the river
How did Huck get his first bite to eat and why was there food in the water?
Baker's bread came ashore, someone probably Miss Watson sent it out just in case
What realization did Huck have about praying and the food he was receiving?
The widow or preacher prayed it would reach him
Give me a list of everyone Huck saw on the boat?
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What does he hear the captain say?
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How long did Huck stay on the island before he decided to explore it?
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When he did explore the island, what food did he find?
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When Huck sees a snake and chases after it with his gun, what does he discover and why does it scare him?
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After hiding his stuff and climbing a tree, where does Huck decide to go to cook supper?
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What did he hear a man say?
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Every time Huck woke up in his canoe, what did it feel like was happening to him?
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Who was the man Huck saw and what did Huck say to him?
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What did the man think when he first saw Huck?
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Why did Jim say he wouldn't tell on Huck?
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Why did Huck say he wouldn't tell on Jim?
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What did Jim hear Miss Watson say that made him run away?
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What did Jim not get to hear because he left in a hurry?
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How did Jim learn about Huck being killed?
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Why was Jim careful not to make tracks?
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How did Jim know it was going to rain?
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Why won't Jim let Huck catch a bird to eat?
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Name three bad, superstitious things Jim teaches to Huck?
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What sign means you're going to be rich?
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Describe three ways Jim invested his money and lost it?
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Why does Jim think he's rich now?
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Study Notes
Chapter 8: Key Points from "Adventures of Huck Finn"
- A booming sound heard by Huck at 8:00 AM is identified as a ferry sending a body to the river's surface.
- Huck's first meal comes from baker's bread that washed ashore, likely sent by Miss Watson as a precaution.
- Huck reflects on the prayers of the widow or preacher that directed food toward him.
- Huck encounters several individuals on the boat, including Pap, Judge Thatcher, Bessie Thatcher, Joe Harper, Tom Sawyer, Old Aunt Polly, Sid, and Mary.
- The captain remarks that the current may have washed a body ashore, leading Huck to believe he might see something troubling.
- Huck explores the island after staying for three days and nights.
- During his exploration, Huck discovers wild fruits such as strawberries, grapes, raspberries, and blackberries.
- After chasing a snake, Huck becomes frightened upon seeing a campfire still smoking.
- He hides his belongings and climbs a tree, deciding to cook supper on the Illinois bank.
- Huck overhears a man suggesting they camp nearby due to their exhausted horses.
- Each time Huck wakes up in his canoe, he is haunted by the feeling that someone is attempting to strangle him.
- Huck meets Jim and greets him, saying "hello Jim."
- Jim initially perceives Huck as a ghost intending to cause him harm.
- Jim chooses not to betray Huck because he is running away and wants to keep his location a secret.
- Huck reciprocates Jim's loyalty, stating he likes Jim's company and has no intention of returning home.
- Jim fled after hearing Miss Watson's plan to sell him in New Orleans.
- Jim missed hearing that he was not actually going to be sold.
- While hiding, Jim learns about Huck's supposed death through the gossip of ladies and gentlemen visiting Huck's cabin.
- Jim avoids leaving tracks to prevent being tracked by people or dogs.
- Jim predicts rain based on the behavior of birds flying low and the presence of lightning.
- Jim forbids Huck from catching a bird for food, fearing it could lead to Huck's demise.
- Jim teaches Huck several superstitions, including the danger of counting food before cooking, shaking tablecloths after sundown, and telling him about bees needing to know when their owner dies.
- A notable superstition states that hairy arms or breasts signify future wealth.
- Jim's attempts at investing money lead to losses in livestock, failed banking ventures, and giving to the poor.
- Jim believes he is now wealthy because he owns himself, valuing his freedom at $800.
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