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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Huck call "the horriblest looking outrage I ever see"?

2. Where does Colonel Sherburn stand to protect himself in Chapter 22?

3. Who gives new clothes to Pappy?

4. How was Colonel Grangerford attired on Sundays?

5. Who suggests telling Uncle Harvey about Mary Jane and the mumps?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Huck not overly concerned about the auction of the Wilks property?

2. What does Chapter 4 show the reader about Huckleberry Finn's character?

3. How does Twain satirize popular literature in Chapter 17?

4. In what ways are the scoundrels able to gain favor with the Wilks girls and the townsfolk?

5. In what way can the character of Pappy be seen purely as social commentary?

6. What makes the river a dangerous, as well as an idyllic, place to be?

7. Comment on Huck's experience of prayer in Chapter 3.

8. What important difference between Huck and Jim is suggested during the conversation about King Solomon?

9. How seriously should readers take the disclaimer "By Order of the Author"?

10. What is significant about the murder of Boggs?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The narrative in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn deals with a series of deceptions. Sometimes it is a matter of self-deception, while other events involve deliberate acts of deception for varying motives. In an essay, discuss the importance of deception and cite two examples, providing adequate details. You might include discussion on whether or not deception can be justified.

Essay Topic 2

Romantic imagination can be creative. In the character of Tom Sawyer, it is merely imitative. Discuss with close reference to the text.

Essay Topic 3

Huck's conscience shows the struggle between what society wants us to do and what we know is right. These are often different. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

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