Kristen Scego's discussion question

Why does Tom Sawyer have to make his plans so elaborate? Why is he trying to make things harder than they have to be? Explain.

Jeffrey Seib Question

Do you personally think Hucklebery Finn has a moral code he follows?  Does he try to do the right thing most of the time, or does he mostly try to look out for himself?

Emily Thorn's Discussion Question

In Chapter 31, Huck decides to risk his soul being "sent to hell" by helping Jim escape to freedom. Why do you think he chose to help Jim? What specific events along their jounrey led Huck to this decision? Are there any spots in the story where Huck's decision is foreshadowed?

Madeline Russell Discussion Question

Why does everyone gather around the Wilk's house? Does the fact that everyone in town knows what is going on a benefit or hurtful to the town?

Tyler Price's Dicussion Question

At the beginning of chapter sixteen, Huck lodges himself in deep though and thinks whether helping Jim to freedom is the right thing to do.  Choose whether or not Huck is doing the right thing and explain.  Also, what would happen if Huck got caught helping Jim?

--Tyler Price

Matthew Parasch's Questions

Explain the irony shown because Huck steals a boat from people who are stealing.  If you find no irony, find a different theme and explain.