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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the problem with Jim being imprisoned in a log cabin?
(a) It is very cold there at night.
(b) There is no rock on which he can trace his coat-of-arms.
(c) It is easy for others to hear what is going on inside it.
(d) There is nowhere for Huck and Tom to hide should someone come by.

2. Which animal does Tom suggest Jim might tame?
(a) A rat.
(b) A rattlesnake.
(c) A large spider.
(d) A dog.

3. What 'relict' do the boys procure from the garret in Chapter 37?
(a) An iron pot.
(b) A silver candlestick.
(c) A strong-box.
(d) A brass warming pan.

4. In Chapter 35, what does Tom instruct Huck to do?
(a) Leave the back door open.
(b) Steal three knives.
(c) Steal some food.
(d) Steal a knife.

5. What does Huck think is "the lonesomest sound in the whole world"?
(a) The cry of a whippoorwill.
(b) The baying of hounds.
(c) The hum of a spinning-wheel.
(d) The lapping of water at midnight.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Huck take refuge during the gunfight after Sophia's elopement?

2. Where, on the island, do Huck and Jim hide their belongings?

3. Why does Huck say in Chapter 32 that he needs to make a trip to town?

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

5. According to Huck, what delayed his steamer?

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