The Adventures of Huck and Jim: The Duke and the King

What was the main reason the Huck and Jim traveled at night?

• They enjoyed the night scenery.

• They wanted to avoid being seen and questioned about Jim.

• They were afraid of the sun.

• They were following a map that required night travel.

Answer explanation

Huck and Jim traveled at night primarily to avoid being seen and questioned about Jim, who was a runaway slave. This choice was crucial for their safety and to prevent capture.

How did Huck first encounter the Duke and the King?

• They were introduced by a mutual friend.

• Huck found them running through the trees, asking for help.

• They were already on the raft when Huck returned.

• They were hiding in a cave by the river.

Answer explanation

Huck first encountered the Duke and the King when he found them running through the trees, asking for help. This moment marked the beginning of their unusual relationship in the story.

What did the young man claim about his identity?

• He was a famous actor.

• He was the Duke of Bridgewater.

• He was a wealthy merchant.

• He was a pirate.

Answer explanation

The young man claimed he was the Duke of Bridgewater, which distinguishes him from the other options like a famous actor, wealthy merchant, or pirate, making it the correct identity he asserted.

What did the old man claim about his identity?

• He was a famous explorer.

• He was the King of France's first son.

• He was a renowned scientist.

• He was a legendary warrior.

Answer explanation

The old man claimed he was the King of France's first son, which distinguishes him from the other options that suggest different identities. This claim implies a royal lineage, making it the correct choice.

How did Huck feel about the Duke and the King?

• He admired them greatly.

• He was indifferent to them.

• He knew they were not really a duke and a king but kept quiet for peace.

• He was afraid of them.

Answer explanation

Huck recognized that the Duke and the King were frauds but chose to remain silent to avoid conflict. This reflects his desire for peace and his understanding of their deception.

What did the Duke and the King want to know about Jim?

• If he was a famous singer.

• If he was a runaway slave.

• If he could cook for them.

• If he was a magician.

Answer explanation

The Duke and the King were primarily interested in Jim's status as a runaway slave, as they sought to exploit him for their own gain. This aligns with their character as con artists in the story.

What did Huck tell the Duke and the King about Jim?

• Jim was a free man traveling with him.

• Jim was his uncle's slave taking him to his family in New Orleans.

• Jim was a famous entertainer.

• Jim was a wealthy merchant.

Answer explanation

Huck told the Duke and the King that Jim was his uncle's slave taking him to his family in New Orleans. This was a strategic lie to protect Jim's identity and avoid trouble, as Jim was actually escaping to freedom.

What did Huck and Jim decide about the Duke and the King?

• They wanted to stay with them forever.

• They decided to get away from them as soon as possible.

• They wanted to learn from them.

• They planned to join their schemes.

Answer explanation

Huck and Jim realized that the Duke and the King were con artists who could bring them trouble. They decided it was best to distance themselves from these schemers to ensure their own safety and freedom.

What happened to Jim when Huck returned to the raft?

• Jim was cooking dinner.

• Jim was missing.

• Jim was asleep.

• Jim was fishing.

Answer explanation

When Huck returned to the raft, he found that Jim was missing. This indicates that something had happened to Jim while Huck was away, making 'Jim was missing' the correct choice.

Who did Huck pretend to be when he met the Phelps family?

• A traveling salesman.

• Tom Sawyer.

• A lost traveler.

• A local farmer.

Answer explanation

Huck pretended to be Tom Sawyer when he met the Phelps family. This choice is significant as it highlights Huck's cleverness and his ability to adapt to different situations, using Tom's identity to navigate his challenges.