Huckleberry Finn Chapter 13 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What do the two men realize before they leave their skiff?

They left part of Jim Turner's share of the money with him.

What does Huck do when the two men go back on the steamboat?

He steals their skiff.

What does Huck feel and realize about Jim Turner?

He feels empathy for Jim Turner and realizes he may become a murderer and has to help the men.

What prohibits Huck from going through with his plan?

A storm comes. Signup and view all the answers

What does Huck find floating down the river?

The raft that got untied. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Huck talk to the watchman?

To get the men off the steamboat and get them in trouble. Signup and view all the answers

What story does Huck tell the watchman?

His dad, mom, and sister are stuck in the boat because they were visiting the town. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the watchman attempt to go to the steamboat?

Huck is related to someone with money, which motivates the watchman. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the steamboat?

Walter Scott. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the steamboat, and how does Huck feel about it?

The steamboat sinks, and Huck feels heavy-hearted but proud for trying to help. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the title of chapter 13.

Huck thought it was honest loot that he took because he tried to help three men not die, so it was okay to take the items. Signup and view all the answers

What pun is referenced on page 75?

Three people just died. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events in Chapter 13 of Huck Finn

Two men realize they left part of Jim Turner's money with him before departing.
Huck steals the skiff of the two men when they return on the steamboat.

Huck's Emotions and Plans

Huck feels empathy for Jim Turner, recognizing the gravity of the situation and fearing he may become a murderer.
Huck plans to help the men by alerting others, while Jim takes the skiff and Huck remains with the raft.

Obstacles Faced

A storm arises, presenting a natural obstacle that prevents Huck from executing his plan.

Involving the Watchman

Huck finds the raft drifting and engages the watchman to get the men on the steamboat into trouble.
Huck fabricates a story about his family being trapped on the boat to convince the watchman to intervene.

Motivations and Outcomes

The watchman is incentivized by the potential reward due to Huck's family connections, which motivates his action.
The steamboat, named Walter Scott, ultimately sinks, leaving Huck with a mix of pride for trying to help and a heavy heart.

Analysis of Chapter Title

The title reflects Huck's belief that the items he took were "honest loot" since he acted with good intentions to help others.

Dark Humor

A pun reveals the dark humor of the chapter, highlighting the serious situation where three people have just died.

Description

Test your knowledge about the key events in Chapter 13 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' by Mark Twain. This quiz focuses on Huck's moral dilemmas and the choices he faces while interacting with the two men. Assess your understanding and recall of the chapter's critical moments.