Huckleberry Finn Chapters 30-43 Quiz

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Why are the king and duke fighting?

They think the other person hid the gold

Why do they get back together?

They are compromising

What do the king and duke do to Jim?

They sell him

Why does Huck write to Miss Watson?

To tell her where Jim is Signup and view all the answers

Why does he tear up the letter?

He decided that he will steal Jim Signup and view all the answers

What is different about Huck's decision to rebel this time?

It is more serious and morally right Signup and view all the answers

Why is Huck just the boy to tear up that letter?

It is powerful to have a change of heart Signup and view all the answers

What are the implications of Huck's conclusion, 'All right then, I'll go to hell'?

People who go against what is socially correct go to hell and he is fine with that Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Huck encounters the duke again?

The Duke starts to tell the truth, but decides in the end to tell a lie Signup and view all the answers

What is Huck's new name?

Tom Sawyer Signup and view all the answers

Why is that convenient for Huck?

He knows a lot about the Sawyer family Signup and view all the answers

Why is Huck surprised at Tom's willingness to rescue Jim?

Tom has always been a 'good boy' Signup and view all the answers

Why is Tom willing to rescue Jim?

He is up for the adventure Signup and view all the answers

What new identity does Tom assume?

Syd Sawyer Signup and view all the answers

How does Huck feel when he sees the king and duke tarred and feathered?

He feels pity for them Signup and view all the answers

Do the king and duke deserve Huck's pity?

False Signup and view all the answers

Why is Huck so annoyed with his conscience?

It is confusing and unclear Signup and view all the answers

Does the fact that both Tom and Huck are on the plantation detract from the plot?

True Signup and view all the answers

How did Tom figure out where Jim was?

They figured out that a human was imprisoned because a slave had been delivering a watermelon to a shack Signup and view all the answers

Compare Huck's plans for freeing Jim to Tom's.

Tom's are fancier and have more excitement Signup and view all the answers

What does Huck think of Tom's fancy touches?

They make the plan better Signup and view all the answers

What are the dangers of Tom's approach?

It can get all of them killed Signup and view all the answers

Do you agree with critics who think that Jim's rescue is an inappropriate ending to the novel?

Yes, because the escape plan is over the top and Huck would never do it that way on his own Signup and view all the answers

What is the whole chapter, 'Dark, Deep-laid Plans' about?

Tom gaining power by persuading Huck and telling him the outrageous ideas are normal Signup and view all the answers

What does Huck mean when he says, 'When I start to steal a n*****, or a watermelon, or a Sunday-school book, I ain't no ways particular how it's done so it's done'?

Talking about Jim after he says something smart Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Huck go with the doctor?

The doctor says the canoe is not safe for 2 Signup and view all the answers

How does Huck explain his absence to Uncle Silas?

He said they were looking for the runaway slave Signup and view all the answers

What is Old Mrs. Hotchkiss' theory?

Jim is completely crazy Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Huck go check on Tom that night?

He doesn't want to worry Aunt Sally anymore Signup and view all the answers

Why don't they hang Jim?

Jim isn't their slave Signup and view all the answers

What does the doctor think of Jim?

He is impressed that Jim never fled, but helped Signup and view all the answers

What does Tom tell Aunt Sally?

They were the ones who set Jim free Signup and view all the answers

Why had Tom worked so hard to set Jim free when he was already free?

He wanted some adventure Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives on the scene to really straighten things out?

Aunt Polly Signup and view all the answers

What were Tom's plans concerning Jim after he was free?

He is going to have a marching band welcome for him Signup and view all the answers

What does Huck find out about his father?

He was the dead man floating in the house Signup and view all the answers

Does it seem right that Huck has been an orphan all along?

True Signup and view all the answers

Where is Huck bound for at the end of the novel?

West Signup and view all the answers

Why does Huck reject civilization?

Because he has dealt with it before and does not do well with it Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

King and Duke Conflict

The king and duke fight over hidden gold, suspecting each other.
They eventually reconcile by compromising their differences.

Jim's Fate

The king and duke betray Huck by selling Jim, his friend and a runaway slave.

Huck's Moral Dilemma

Huck writes to Miss Watson to reveal Jim's location, conflicted by societal expectations.
He tears up the letter, deciding to help Jim escape instead, signaling a moral awakening.

Huck's Rebellion

Huck's previous acts of rebellion were minor; this decision to save Jim is profound and morally significant.
Huck embodies a shift from societal norms, risking his own soul to help a Black man.

Tom Sawyer's Role

Huck adopts the name Tom Sawyer to blend in and leverage knowledge about the Sawyer family.
Tom is initially surprising in his willingness to help rescue Jim, motivated by the thrill of adventure.

The Escape Plan

Tom's imaginative plans contrast with Huck's practical approach, leading to tension.
Tom's elaborate ideas pose dangers that could compromise safety, highlighting his naivety.

Tom and Huck's Dynamic

Tom’s method of escaping is fanciful and risky, generating criticism regarding Huck's growth.
Jim goes along with Tom's plans, believing their whiteness imparts a sense of rightness.

Themes of Freedom and Control

The character of Jim is portrayed ironically as he aids his captors, evoking sympathy despite his condition.
The chapter emphasizes Tom's character through his whimsical ideas, while Jim's situation remains tragic.

Plot Developments

Tom's antics escalate, causing chaotic events including scaring villagers with anonymous letters and getting caught during the escape.
A failed escape plan leads to serious injuries for Jim, further complicating the narrative.

Resolution and Reflection

Tom's ultimate return to Aunt Sally reveals the truth behind Jim's freedom, emphasizing adventure over the reality of slavery's horrors.
Huck discovers his father's body, realizing the impact of his journey and the surrogate relationship he formed with Jim, symbolizing a deeper connection.

Huck's Future

By the novel's close, Huck looks towards the West, rejecting civilization and its constraints, informed by his experiences and relationship with Jim.

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Test your knowledge on Chapters 30 to 43 of 'Huckleberry Finn' with this engaging quiz. Explore the motivations and actions of key characters like the king, duke, and Huck as they navigate their complex relationships and moral dilemmas. Perfect for studying or reviewing the text!