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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What explanation does 'Sarah/Mary' Williams give for her journey?
(a) She has to tell Uncle Abner that her mother is ill and out of money.
(b) She was bringing money to Uncle Abner, but was robbed.
(c) She is running away from an arranged marriage.
(d) She is on her way to visit a sick aunt.

2. According to Tom, how long did the Marseilles prisoner take to dig out, and where did he emerge?
(a) Two hours to dig through to the prison kitchen.
(b) Thirty-nine years to dig his way to China.
(c) Thirty-seven years to dig in a circle around the prison and arrive where he started.
(d) Thirty-seven years to dig his way to China.

3. How has Jim been attempting to test the authenticity of the King's story?
(a) By asking him about Marie Antionette.
(b) By inspecting him for a regal birthmark.
(c) By asking him about his sea voyage to America.
(d) By trying to get him to speak French.

4. What is the main accusation Colonel Sherburn levels at the crowd?
(a) Racial prejudice.
(b) Poor dress standards.
(c) A negligent attitude to their church-going.
(d) Cowardice.

5. What is one symbol that the fog represents?
(a) The power of the river.
(b) A supernatural presence.
(c) The confusion inside Huck's head.
(d) Journeying into the unknown.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the King obtain the money to get drunk?

2. Why do Huck and Jim leave the baby's bottle in the house?

3. Who pumps Huck for information about England?

4. Who gives new clothes to Pappy?

5. What is Huck's reaction to the widow's prayer?

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