Huckleberry Finn Chapter 15-16 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What city did Huck and Jim want to go to and what state was that in?

Cairo, Ohio

What would they do once they got there?

Go up the Ohio River to the free states.

What happened that made them stop and have to tie the raft up?

They got separated by fog.

What happened when Huck took the canoe to try to paddle out and tie up the raft?

He lost direction. Signup and view all the answers

What noise was guiding Huck?

A small whooping sound. Signup and view all the answers

What things frightened and worried Huck?

The fog and him being separated. Signup and view all the answers

Was it day or night when the fog cleared?

Day. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of river was it?

A wide river. Signup and view all the answers

What prank did Huck try to play on Jim this time?

Huck told Jim what was happening was all a dream. Signup and view all the answers

Did Jim fall for the prank?

At first he did, but then he figured it wasn't a dream. Signup and view all the answers

When did they sleep?

Most of the day. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the river.

It was very wide. Signup and view all the answers

Did Huck and Jim think they would recognize Cairo when they saw it?

No, it was a small town. Signup and view all the answers

What was their plan to find the city?

The two rivers join there. Signup and view all the answers

What couldn't Huck get out of his conscience?

He was setting Jim free. Signup and view all the answers

What questions did Huck have about Jim's freedom?

He had three questions. Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict is Huck having?

Setting Jim free. Signup and view all the answers

Another word for internal conflict is Man v. ____.

Self Signup and view all the answers

What things did Jim want to do once he was free?

Save money, buy a wife, buy children. Signup and view all the answers

How has Huck changed drastically?

He is thinking before he does something. Signup and view all the answers

What makes Huck feel better all of a sudden?

He told his conscience to stop bothering him. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jim say that changed Huck's feelings again?

Jim was saying he wouldn't be free if it wasn't for Huck. Signup and view all the answers

What did the men on the boat ask Huck?

Was the man on the raft white or black? Signup and view all the answers

What was Huck's response?

White. Signup and view all the answers

What lie did Huck begin to tell to save himself?

His pap was sick and so was his mother. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't the men help Huck?

He said his pap had smallpox. Signup and view all the answers

What did the men give Huck?

Twenty dollar coin. Signup and view all the answers

What did Huck do that he felt was very wrong?

He didn't turn Jim in. Signup and view all the answers

According to Jim, how has the rattlesnake still caused bad luck?

They might have passed Cairo through the fog. Signup and view all the answers

What was wrong?

The raft was gone. Signup and view all the answers

What prank do steamboat pilots do sometimes?

They play tricks on others. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the raft?

It was hit by a steamboat. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Journey and Goals

Huck and Jim aimed to reach Cairo, located in Ohio.
Their ultimate goal was to ascend the Ohio River towards free states.

Challenges Faced

A thick fog caused Huck and Jim to become separated, necessitating tying up their raft.
In an attempt to reunite and secure the raft, Huck took a canoe but quickly lost his sense of direction.

Sensory Experiences

Huck was guided by a faint whooping sound amidst the fog.
The fog created feelings of fear and anxiety for Huck, deepening his worries about separation.

Time and Environment

The fog cleared during the day, revealing a wide river, described as challenging to navigate.
Huck and Jim spent the majority of the day sleeping as they tried to recover from their ordeal.

Recognition of Cairo

Huck and Jim doubted they would recognize Cairo upon arrival, expecting it to be a small town.
They planned to locate Cairo based on the point where the two rivers converged.

Internal Conflict

Huck wrestled with guilt about setting Jim free, contemplating moral questions regarding friendship and slavery.
The internal struggle is identified as "Man vs. Self," highlighting Huck's ethical deliberation on helping Jim.

Dreams and Aspirations

Jim expressed dreams of saving money, marrying, and having children once he was free, showcasing his desire for a better life.

Character Development

Huck exhibited significant growth, beginning to think critically before acting.
He briefly silenced his conscience about helping Jim but was later reminded of their bond by Jim's gratitude.

Escaping Danger

When confronted by men on a boat, Huck lied, claiming Jim was white to protect them both.
He fabricated a story about his sick father to further deflect suspicion, specifically mentioning smallpox to deter assistance.

Consequences and Decisions

Despite receiving a twenty-dollar coin from the men, Huck felt deep remorse for not turning Jim in, portraying his developing moral compass.
Jim warned that misfortune might have already struck when they possibly missed Cairo due to their troubles in the fog.

Critical Incident

The raft was ultimately destroyed after being hit by a steamboat, escalating the peril of Huck and Jim's situation.

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Test your knowledge of Chapters 15 and 16 of Huckleberry Finn with this set of flashcards. Each card presents key events and characters from the story, focusing on Huck and Jim's journey and challenges. It's a great way to reinforce your understanding of this classic novel.