The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Introduction + Context
Plot Summary
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Preface
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
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Boyhood Rebellion and Growing Up
The Hypocrisy of Adult Society
Superstition, Fantasy, and Escape
Showing Off
Sentimentality and Realism
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Tom Sawyer
Huckleberry Finn
Becky Thatcher
Injun Joe
Joe Harper
Judge Thatcher
Alfred Temple
The Welshman
Mr. Dobbins
Mr. Walters
Dr. Robinson
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The Village
The Island
The Treasure
The Cave
Storms
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Satire
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Tone
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
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Introduction
Intro
Plot Summary
Plot
Summary & Analysis
Preface
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Conclusion
Themes
All Themes
Boyhood Rebellion and Growing Up
The Hypocrisy of Adult Society
Superstition, Fantasy, and Escape
Showing Off
Sentimentality and Realism
Quotes
Characters
All Characters
Tom Sawyer
Huckleberry Finn
Becky Thatcher
Injun Joe
Joe Harper
Judge Thatcher
Alfred Temple
The Welshman
Mr. Dobbins
Mr. Walters
Dr. Robinson
Symbols
All Symbols
The Village
The Island
The Treasure
The Cave
Storms
Lit Devices
All Literary Devices
Allegory
Allusions
Dialect
Dramatic Irony
Foil
Foreshadowing
Hyperbole
Imagery
Irony
Metaphors
Mood
Motifs
Personification
Satire
Setting
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Tone
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What do Judge Thatcher, Tom, and the male villagers discover upon removing the barrier at the cave's entrance?
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The hidden treasure
A mysterious blood stain
Injun Joe's dead body
An ancient artifact
What lesson does Injun Joe's death convey?
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God will punish those who harm others
The inevitability of failure
Outlaws will eventually face their doom due to their actions
The importance of teamwork in difficult situations
How does Twain portray the women's petition to pardon Injun Joe?
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As a justified demand for justice.
As a naive act failing to understand real criminality.
As an influential movement that changes public opinion.
As a successful effort to honor Injun Joe's memory.
How is the nature of Huck and Tom's next adventure described?
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As a dangerous mission requiring great bravery.
As a practical plan to help the villagers.
Like a romantic tale, improbable yet real.
As a routine exploration with little excitement.
According to Twain's preface, what should the boys' traits represent to adult readers?
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A warning against too much imagination.
Examples of traits from childhood that should be retained.
A guide to becoming more responsible members of society.
The importance of leaving childish ways behind.
How is Tom's character depicted in the final adventure of finding the treasure?
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As reckless and careless.
As learned and capable, successfully leading to the treasure.
As fearful and hesitant.
As dependent on Huck for guidance.
What preparation does Tom make for carrying the treasure, and what decision does he make about the guns?
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Tom brings a wagon for the treasure, and decides to sell the guns.
He brings bags for the treasure, and opts to leave the guns for their future gang.
Tom carries the treasure by hand, and takes the guns for protection.
He uses a sled for the treasure, and hides the guns in a different location.
How do Tom and Huck's reactions to the Welshman's invitation reflect their future roles in the village?
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Both are eager to integrate into the village community.
Tom integrates easily, while Huck remains cautious and expects exclusion.
Both are hesitant and unsure of their place in the village.
Huck is excited about being welcomed, while Tom is indifferent.
What is significant about the new suits at the widow's house?
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They signify the boys' reluctance to adopt adult responsibilities.
They represent the boys' esteemed status and recognition by the community.
They are a reward for finding the treasure.
They are costumes for a play the boys are expected to perform.
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