Huckleberry Finn Character Insights

In Chapter 29 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', the real Harvey Wilks and his brother arrive, causing confusion over the true heirs. A tavern confrontation leads to a signature comparison, which proves inconclusive. Harvey claims Peter has a tattoo, leading to a grave digging to verify it. During the chaos, Huck escapes to the river but is dismayed when the Duke and King follow him. The chapter highlights Huck's deception skills and the townspeople's susceptibility to mob mentality.

What was the reason given by the real Harvey Wilks for their delay?

• They missed their train.

• They had a broken arm and lost luggage.

• They were caught in a storm.

• They were lost in the woods.

Why did the townspeople doubt Huck's claim of being from England?

• He was a bad liar.

• He had a strong American accent.

• He dressed like an American.

• He couldn't name any English cities.

What was the lawyer's method to determine the real heirs?

• Asking them personal questions.

• Comparing their signatures to letters.

• Listening to their accents.

• Checking their passports.

What did the real Harvey claim was Peter's tattoo?

• A heart with an arrow.

• A thin blue arrow.

• A star and moon.

• Peter's initials in a unique way.

What did the townspeople decide to do to verify the tattoo?

• Ask a local artist.

• Dig up the body.

• Consult a tattoo expert.

• Check old photographs.

What was discovered during the exhumation of the body?

• A map to treasure.

• A hidden letter.

• The money.

• A family heirloom.

How did Huck manage to escape during the chaos?

• He disguised himself.

• He slipped away to the river.

• He hid in a nearby house.

• He ran into the woods.

What was Huck's reaction upon seeing the Duke and King again?

• He was indifferent.

• He was angry.

• He was dejected.

• He was relieved.

What was Jim's condition when Huck found him?

• He was injured.

• He was painted blue.

• He was tied up.

• He was asleep.

How did Huck usually manage to get out of difficult situations?

• By asking for help.

• By lying convincingly.

• By running away.

• By bribing people.