The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

by

Mark Twain

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: Chapter 1 Quiz 5 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 1. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What is Aunt Polly's attitude toward disciplining Tom?
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She finds it difficult to punish him because of his charm
She is doesn't punish him because he is good at hiding his misbehavior
She is frustrated and eager to punish him harshly
She feels sorry for him and so refuses to punish him
What does Tom do while he is supposed to be sawing firewood with Jim?
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He distracts Jim with a game
He rushes the job so that he can finish early
He helps Sid with his chore instead
He tells stories instead of working
How does Aunt Polly try to find out if Tom played hooky?
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By asking him directly about his day
By tricking him into revealing his activities
By inspecting his clothes for dirt
By talking to his friend's mother
What is the underlying theme of the fight between Tom and Alfred Temple?
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The futility of physical violence
The importance of forgiveness
The human instinct for competition
The benefits of good sportsmanship
What does Aunt Polly and Tom's relationship dynamic in Chapter 1 suggest about dishonesty?
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Dishonesty can be excusable if ones tells lies to protect another person
Dishonesty is futile because people will inevitably be caught in their lies
Dishonesty is morally wrong because it can hurt other people
Dishonesty can be a useful skill in the adult world