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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 36.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Jim's eyes, how is Huck different?
(a) Jim notes that Huck has little care for money.
(b) Jim says Huck is 'true blue' and is helping him.
(c) Jim thinks Huck is braver than anyone else he knows.
(d) Jim says Huck is the only 'white' person who has ever honored a promise to him.

2. Who suggests telling Uncle Harvey about Mary Jane and the mumps?
(a) Susan.
(b) The Duke.
(c) Joanna.
(d) Huck.

3. Why can't Tom get back up the lightning rod?
(a) Huck broke it.
(b) His hands are too sore.
(c) The lightning rod is cold and slippery.
(d) There's danger he might be seen.

4. Why does Huck want Mary Jane to leave before breakfast?
(a) He knows there is better food at the Lothrop place.
(b) He is afraid Mary Jane will confront the King and slap his face.
(c) She'll be able to arrive at the Lothrops' place before the heat of the day.
(d) He knows the expression on her face will show the King and the Duke that she is onto them.

5. With the case-knives not working, what does Tom then choose for digging tools?
(a) Picks.
(b) Hoes.
(c) Rakes.
(d) Spades.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what point do Huck and Tom enter Jim's cabin?

2. What sociable activity do Jim and the boys share in Chapter 36?

3. In Chapter 28, where was the auction held?

4. What separates Jim and Huck in the fog?

5. Huck's narrative includes the words: "but I was over the shoal water now." This is an example of what sort of figurative language?

(see the answer key)

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