The Adventures Of Tom Sawyer Quiz: Novel!

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    How does Tom convince other boys to whitewash Aunt Polly's fence?

    • He threatens to beat them up if they don't.
    • He convinces them that it is fun, and they trade him stuff in order to be allowed to paint the fence.
    • He promises them lots of trinkets when it's done.
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This quiz has been created on the most famous book, 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain. The story revolves around a young boy named Tom Sawyer, who is imaginative and mischievous and lives in the Mississippi River town of St. Petersburg, Missouri. This quiz covers the questions based on the main events in the novel. Let's try it out!

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  • 2. 

    The actual murderer of Doc Robinson was:

    • Huck Finn

    • Tom Sawyer

    • Injun Joe

    • Muff Potter

    Correct Answer
    A. Injun Joe
    Explanation
    Injun Joe is the correct answer because in Mark Twain's novel "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," it is revealed that Injun Joe is the real murderer of Doc Robinson. He is a dangerous and cunning character who often engages in criminal activities. In the story, Tom and Huck witness Injun Joe committing the crime, and later on, he becomes a significant threat to their lives. Therefore, based on the information provided in the question, Injun Joe is the actual murderer of Doc Robinson.

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  • 3. 

    How does Tom earn his Bible at church?

    • He trades stuff back to the boys to get their tickets, which he uses to get the Bible.

    • He knows the names of the first two disciples.

    • He has memorized the most Bible verses of anyone in Sunday School.

    Correct Answer
    A. He trades stuff back to the boys to get their tickets, which he uses to get the Bible.
    Explanation
    Tom earns his Bible at church by trading stuff back to the boys to get their tickets, which he then uses to obtain the Bible.

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  • 4. 

    The town orphan who is a friend to Tom sawyer is:

    • Alfred Temple

    • Huck Finn

    • Jeff Thatcher

    • Joe Harper

    Correct Answer
    A. Huck Finn
    Explanation
    Huck Finn is the correct answer because he is a friend to Tom Sawyer and also an orphan in the town. Huck is known for his adventurous nature and often accompanies Tom on his escapades. They have a close bond and share many experiences together throughout the story.

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  • 5. 

    When do Tom, Huck, and Joe reappear in St. Petersburgh?

    • During a storm

    • At their own funeral

    • During Sunday mass

    • At the trial of Muff Potter

    Correct Answer
    A. At their own funeral
    Explanation
    Tom, Huck, and Joe reappear in St. Petersburg at their own funeral. This suggests that they faked their own deaths, possibly to escape from a dangerous situation or to play a prank on the townspeople. Their reappearance at their own funeral would have caused shock and confusion among the residents of St. Petersburg.

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  • 6. 

    What happens to Huck while Tom and Becky are gone?

    • He runs away to Jackson's Island and swims and smokes.

    • He overhears Injun Joe's revenge plot on Widow Douglas and stops it.

    • He organizes a search party to find them.

    Correct Answer
    A. He overhears Injun Joe's revenge plot on Widow Douglas and stops it.
    Explanation
    While Tom and Becky are gone, Huck overhears Injun Joe's revenge plot on Widow Douglas and takes action to prevent it. This shows Huck's bravery and willingness to do what is right, as he puts himself at risk to protect someone else. It also highlights his resourcefulness and ability to think on his feet, as he is able to come up with a plan to stop Injun Joe's plot. Overall, this event further develops Huck's character and showcases his growth throughout the story.

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  • 7. 

    How does Tom get caught for skipping school and going to the swimming hole?

    • His shirt is wet.

    • Mr. Dobbins sent a note to Aunt Polly.

    • His collar was sewn with the wrong color thread.

    • Sid told on him.

    Correct Answer
    A. His collar was sewn with the wrong color thread.
    Explanation
    Tom gets caught for skipping school and going to the swimming hole because his collar was sewn with the wrong color thread. This indicates that someone noticed that his collar was altered, possibly Aunt Polly or another authority figure, and it raised suspicion about his whereabouts and activities.

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  • 8. 

    Injun Joe murders Doc Robinson just for his money.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Injun Joe murders Doc Robinson solely for his money. However, without any additional context or information, it is not possible to determine the motive behind the murder. Therefore, it cannot be concluded that Injun Joe murders Doc Robinson just for his money.

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  • 9. 

    What small gesture does Becky Thatcher perform to encourage Tom's attention?

    • She throws a flower down to him.

    • She invites him in to meet her parents.

    • She blows him a kiss.

    Correct Answer
    A. She throws a flower down to him.
    Explanation
    Becky Thatcher performs the small gesture of throwing a flower down to Tom to encourage his attention. This action shows her interest and affection towards him, as she wants to catch his attention and possibly initiate a conversation or interaction. By throwing the flower, Becky is actively engaging with Tom and trying to establish a connection between them.

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  • 10. 

    According to Mark Twain in the Prelude, most adventures recorded in the book never occurred in real life.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Mark Twain states in the Prelude that most adventures recorded in the book did occur in real life. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 11. 

    What do Tom and Huck discover in the haunted house?

    • That the Spaniard is actually Injun Joe in disguise

    • That there are ghosts

    • Buried treasure

    Correct Answer
    A. That the Spaniard is actually Injun Joe in disguise
    Explanation
    Tom and Huck discover in the haunted house that the Spaniard is actually Injun Joe in disguise. This implies that they uncover the true identity of the Spaniard, who is revealed to be the notorious Injun Joe. The discovery of this fact adds a significant twist to the story and deepens the mystery surrounding the haunted house.

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