Tom Sawyer Character Interactions and Events

In Chapter 7 of 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer', Tom struggles to focus in class and plays a tick game with his friend Joe Harper. The teacher catches them, leading to a disciplinary action. Later, Tom and Becky Thatcher secretly meet and discuss engagement, but a misunderstanding leads to a fallout. Tom leaves, and Becky is left feeling lonely and regretful.

What is the main struggle Tom faces at the beginning of Chapter 7?

• Understanding his lessons

• Staying awake in class

• Finding his lost book

• Avoiding punishment from the teacher

What contributes to the sleepy atmosphere in the classroom?

• The teacher's monotone voice

• The sound of a ticking clock

• The drowsing murmur of the students

• The warm and sunny weather

What does Tom find in his pocket that excites him?

• A marble

• A note from Becky

• A tick

• A piece of candy

How do Tom and Joe Harper decide to play with the tick?

• By drawing a line on the slate and keeping it on their side

• By racing it across the desk

• By seeing who can keep it in their hand the longest

• By making it jump through hoops

What happens when the teacher catches Tom and Joe playing with the tick?

• They are sent to the principal's office

• They receive a physical punishment

• They are made to apologize to the class

• They are given extra homework

What does Tom whisper to Becky during their secret meeting?

• A confession of love

• A plan to run away together

• A promise to give her a gift

• A secret about Joe Harper

What misunderstanding occurs between Tom and Becky during their engagement?

• Tom mentions another girl he was engaged to

• Becky thinks Tom is joking

• Tom forgets to give Becky a ring

• Becky misunderstands Tom's intentions

How does Tom try to reconcile with Becky after their argument?

• By promising to never speak to another girl

• By asking Joe to talk to her

• By writing her a letter

• By giving her a brass knob