Questions and Answers
How did the duke's notice that women and children could not attend the play work out?
It worked very well and drew a large crowd.
What part of the performance does the audience actually like?
During this performance of The Royal Nonesuch, the king comes out naked (wearing only body paint) and prances about.
What infuriates the audience?
The king jumps about naked for a couple of minutes and then ends the show. The audience was angry that they were cheated out of their money and are ready to lynch the con men.
What does the audience decide to do about being tricked about The Royal Nonesuch?
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What is the crowd like on the third night for The Royal Nonesuch?
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How much money did the duke and the king acquire for their three-night run of The Royal Nonesuch?
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What is Jim shocked about? What does Huck tell him?
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What story does Jim tell Huck about his daughter, Lizabeth, after he hears a thud?
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What does Jim complain about in chapter 24? What do the duke and the king do about it?
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The two con men want to try The Royal Nonesuch again. What do they decide to do?
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What do Huck and the king board to make a big entrance into the next town?
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Who tells the king about a recently deceased, wealthy local man, Peter Wilks?
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Who had Peter Wilks apparently sent for before he passed away?
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What plot do the king and the duke make?
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Study Notes
The Royal Nonesuch Performances
- Duke’s notice excluding women and children from the play effectively increased attendance.
- The audience particularly enjoyed the king's humorous naked performance during The Royal Nonesuch.
- Audience frustration peaked when the king abruptly ended the show after a brief naked display, leading to outrage and plans for revenge.
Audience Reactions and Consequences
- Embarrassed audience members resolved to mislead others about the play's quality, resulting in sold-out shows on subsequent nights.
- By the third night, the crowd was fueled by a desire for revenge against the con men, compelling Huck and the duke to flee before performances began.
- The total earnings from the three-night run of The Royal Nonesuch amounted to $465.
Jim’s Realizations and Personal Story
- Jim expresses shock at the deceitful nature of nobles, which Huck rationalizes with a questionable understanding of history.
- Jim’s emotional turmoil surfaces when he recalls a painful memory of beating his deaf daughter, Lizabeth, and his subsequent regret.
Duke and King’s Deceitful Methods
- Jim's complaints about his treatment as a runaway slave prompt the duke to disguise him, easing his fears while the duo continues their schemes.
- The king and duke plan to exploit the next town with a repeat of The Royal Nonesuch, relying on luck.
New Scheme: The Wilks Family
- The king learns about the recently deceased wealthy man, Peter Wilks, from a young passenger on the steamboat.
- Peter had summoned his brothers from England before dying, creating an opportunity for the con men to impersonate them and claim the inheritance left for them.
- The king poses as Harvey Wilks while the duke pretends to be William Wilks, emotionally manipulative performances ensue, making Huck feel ashamed of humanity’s gullibility.
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Test your knowledge on chapters 23 and 24 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' with these flashcards. This quiz covers key events and audience reactions during the performances staged by the duke and the king. See how well you remember the details!
