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In the context of the story, what does it imply when Tom is described as 'the envy of young and old alike'?
In the context of the story, what does it imply when Tom is described as 'the envy of young and old alike'?
- Tom was feared by the adults and loved by the children.
- Tom possessed qualities or a life that others, regardless of age, admired or desired. (correct)
- Tom's popularity was limited to only a specific age group within the town.
- Tom was disliked by both children and adults due to his mischievous behavior.
When the text mentions Tom felt betrayed after Huck leaked their secret, what does this suggest about Tom's understanding of friendship?
When the text mentions Tom felt betrayed after Huck leaked their secret, what does this suggest about Tom's understanding of friendship?
- Tom did not value friendship at all.
- Tom had a conditional view of friendship, dependent on secrecy and loyalty. (correct)
- Tom valued material possessions over personal relationships.
- Tom was too arrogant to care about Huck's actions.
If Huck's eyes glowed because he was 'convinced' by Tom to work hard, what does this imply about Huck's initial attitude towards work?
If Huck's eyes glowed because he was 'convinced' by Tom to work hard, what does this imply about Huck's initial attitude towards work?
- Huck enjoyed working outside regardless of the situation.
- Huck needed strong persuasion, suggesting he was not naturally inclined to work hard. (correct)
- Huck was always enthusiastic about hard work.
- Huck was constantly forced to do things he didn't like.
Considering the phrase 'Huck swabbed the beaded drops of sweat', what does this indicate about the environment or activity Huck was engaged in?
Considering the phrase 'Huck swabbed the beaded drops of sweat', what does this indicate about the environment or activity Huck was engaged in?
If thick weeds 'smothered' the doorsteps of the haunted house, what atmosphere does this detail contribute to the setting?
If thick weeds 'smothered' the doorsteps of the haunted house, what atmosphere does this detail contribute to the setting?
When the text notes Tom and Huck were prepared for an instant 'retreat' from the haunted house, what does this suggest about their courage and expectations?
When the text notes Tom and Huck were prepared for an instant 'retreat' from the haunted house, what does this suggest about their courage and expectations?
If Huck and Tom saw a man with a dark 'scowl', how would you generally interpret this expression in terms of the man's mood or intentions?
If Huck and Tom saw a man with a dark 'scowl', how would you generally interpret this expression in terms of the man's mood or intentions?
Considering the vocabulary word 'procession,' which of the following scenarios exemplifies a procession?
Considering the vocabulary word 'procession,' which of the following scenarios exemplifies a procession?
If someone 'reeled off' the names of their 22 grandchildren, what does this suggest about how they spoke?
If someone 'reeled off' the names of their 22 grandchildren, what does this suggest about how they spoke?
Considering the meaning of 'smothered', which of these sentences best demonstrates its use?
Considering the meaning of 'smothered', which of these sentences best demonstrates its use?
Flashcards
Reeled off
Reeled off
To say a long list of things quickly without stopping.
Make up
Make up
To forgive someone and be friendly with them again after an argument.
Scorn
Scorn
A very strong feeling of no respect for someone.
Trounce
Trounce
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By and by
By and by
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Licking
Licking
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Smothered
Smothered
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Retreat
Retreat
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Scowl
Scowl
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Creek
Creek
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Study Notes
- Students will be able to read for enjoyment, understand storylines, identify story settings and characters, and understand vocabulary.
Adventures of Tom Sawyer Vocabulary (Chapters 6-7)
- Complete sentences using vocabulary words/phrases.
- Each question is worth 1 mark.
Vocabulary Definitions
- Creek: A stream or narrow river.
- Procession: A line of people moving forward in an organized manner.
- Reeled off: To say a long list of things quickly and without stopping.
- Make up: To forgive someone and be friendly with them again after an argument.
- Scorn: A very strong feeling of no respect for someone.
- Trounce: To defeat a competitor by a large score.
- By and by: After a short period.
- Licking: A severe defeat of someone or something.
- Smothered: To cover most or all of the surface.
- Retreat: To go away from a person or place because you are frightened or unwilling to progress.
- Scowl: A very annoyed expression.
Questions
- Answer the open-ended questions with correct answers.
- The tension inside the court reached its high point where every sound ceased which caused Injun Joe to escape and sprang for the window.
- Tom replied to Huck where he thought treasure might be hidden, identifying the mighty particular places that the robbers preferred.
Vocabulary Exercise
- Choose the correct answer (a, b, c, or d) for each question.
- (1) In the story, Tom was a hero - the envy of young and old alike, with contentment or satisfied and happy.
- (2) Tom and Huck promised to keep their secrets, but Tom felt betrayed when Huck leaked out their secret, referring to treacherously reveal (information).
- (3) Huck's eyes glowed, because he was convinced by Tom to prepare to work hard in summer and feel persuaded.
- (4) Huck leaned on his shovel, swabbed the beaded drops of sweat from his brow, meaning to clean (a wound or surface) with a swab.
- (5) Thick weeds smothered the doorsteps leading to the haunted house which means covered.
- (6) Tom and Huck entered the haunted house but was prepared for an instant retreat, meaning move back or withdraw.
- (7) Huck and Tom saw a ragged man with a dark scowl on his face, with an angry or bad-tempered expression.
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