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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How do Huck and Tom exit the house in Chapter 36?
(a) Out the back door.
(b) Down the lightning rod.
(c) Through the storm cellar.
(d) Through the front window.

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

4. What time is it when the boys become too tired to carry on?
(a) Two in the morning.
(b) Four in the morning.
(c) Supper-time.
(d) Around midnight.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What illness is supposed to be the problem at the Proctors'?

3. What separates Jim and Huck in the fog?

4. Why do Huck and Jim find themselves riding the river through thick fog in Chapter 15?

5. What is one symbol that the fog represents?

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