Question 1

Is this story fiction or non-fiction?

Accepted Answer

fiction

Answer

non -fiction

Question 2

How does Mark Twain express his ideas about slavery in the novel so far?Answers should be at least 2 complete sentences. Answer and submit separately in google classroom after selecting the correct answer.

Accepted Answer

Throughout the novel, Mark Twain expresses his idea that slavery is wrong. Through the words and actions of characters, readers can see the injustice of slavery and the moral inconsistency of a society that allows one human to own and control another human.

Answer

Throughout the novel, Mark Twain expresses his idea that slavery is a great idea. Through the words and actions of characters, readers can see how much fun it was to be a slave

Question 3

From what you already know about the use of symbolism to enhance a writer's purpose, and from what you can perceive about the Mississippi River's importance this early in the novel, how is the river used as a symbol of freedom? 
Answers should be at least 5 complete sentences. Answer and submit separately in google classroom after selecting the correct answer.

Accepted Answer

The river symbolizes freedom from "civilized" society – both for Huck and Jim. Along the river, Jim could possibly escape to a free state. Huck is also free from the ideas forced upon him by society and he is able to make up his own mind about what is right and wrong. When they find themselves in various dangerous situations, the river is a place to escape from danger.

Answer

The river symbolizes a prison  for Huck and Jim.

Answer

Along the river,  he never learned a single thing

Question 4

Make an educated prediction based on what you have read so far to determine how Huck may develop and change throughout the novel? Include textual evidence to support your reasoning. Answers should be at least 5 complete sentences. Answer and submit separately in google classroom after selecting the correct answer.

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

There are numerous situations where Huck chooses to side with Jim and protect Jim because he thinks for himself that this is the right thing to do.

Answer

Along the river, Huck is free to make up his own mind about right and wrong.

Answer

There are times when Huck is conflicted by his decision to protect Jim as this seems to be going against the ideas taught to him by "civilized" society.

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