Huckleberry Finn Chapter 17-18 Quiz
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What is Huck's fake name when he enters the Grangerford's house?

George Jackson

What did the Grangerfords suspect Huck to be?

A Shepherdson

What was the riddle Buck told to Huck about?

It talked about candles and which to choose.

What was Buck's spelling of Huck's fake name?

<p>George Jaxson</p> Signup and view all the answers

The paintings in the house represent what?

<p>Death</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which book did Huck find interesting but hard?

<p>Pilgrim's Progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the person who made the poems and pictures in the house?

<p>Emmeline Grangerford</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Huck's thought of the life in the house?

<p>He enjoyed it and said there is nothing better.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Grangerfords trust Huck more than the Shepherdsons and treat him as one of their own.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When all the Grangerfords were introduced, what did Huck think of them?

<p>He thought they were all 'beautiful'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the family that the Grangerfords are in a feud with?

<p>The Shepherdson family</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the man Buck and Huck tried to kill?

<p>Harney Shepherdson</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people have died in this feud in the past year?

<p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

At Church, what do both families keep with them?

<p>Rifles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the topic that was being preached at the Church?

<p>Brotherly love</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the snake Jack used when he tricked Huck to follow him?

<p>Water moccasin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Instead of finding snakes, what did Huck find?

<p>Jim</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Huck's Encounter with the Grangerfords

  • Huck adopts the alias "George Jackson" while at the Grangerford house to conceal his identity.
  • The Grangerfords suspect Huck to be a member of the rival Shepherdson family.
  • Buck Grangerford shares a riddle with Huck that involves a choice between different candles.

Character Names and Relationships

  • Buck's spelling of Huck's fake name is "George Jaxson."
  • The Grangerford house features paintings that symbolize death, adding a somber tone to their lifestyle.
  • Emmeline Grangerford, known for her poems and artwork, creates an atmosphere of melancholy throughout the household.

Huck's Perception and Enjoyment

  • Huck finds pleasure in the Grangerford lifestyle, stating he has never experienced anything better.
  • The Grangerfords show more trust toward Huck compared to the Shepherdsons, treating him as part of their family.

The Grangerford-Shepherdson Feud

  • Upon meeting the Grangerfords, Huck describes them as "beautiful," highlighting his admiration.
  • The Grangerfords are embroiled in a bitter feud with the Shepherdson family.
  • Buck and Huck hatch a plan to kill Harney Shepherdson, showcasing the ongoing conflict.

Fatalities and Tensions

  • The feud has resulted in two deaths in the past year, demonstrating the violence between the families.
  • During church services, both families bring rifles, emphasizing the ongoing tensions even in sacred spaces.
  • Ironically, while the sermon focuses on brotherly love, the families remain locked in hostility.

The Encounter with Snakes

  • Jack tricks Huck into following him using a water moccasin, illustrating the playful yet dangerous nature of their relationship.
  • Instead of encountering snakes, Huck unexpectedly finds Jim, indicating his continuing search for companionship and safety.

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Test your knowledge of chapters 17 and 18 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' with these flashcard questions. Explore key names, plot points, and riddles that are crucial to understanding these chapters. See how well you remember the finer details of Huck's adventures!

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