Tom Sawyer's Picket Fence Adventure

Tom Sawyer is tasked with painting a fence as punishment. He cleverly persuades his friends to do the work for him by making it seem enjoyable. In exchange for the opportunity to paint, Tom receives various items from his friends. Through this experience, Tom learns a valuable lesson about human desire and the art of negotiation and trade.

What task is Tom Sawyer assigned as a punishment?

• Cleaning the attic

• Mowing the lawn

• Washing the dishes

• Painting the picket fence

What does Tom's friend suggest they do instead of working?

• Ride bicycles

• Go fishing

• Play baseball

• Go swimming

How does Tom make the task of painting seem appealing?

• By promising a reward

• By pretending it's fun

• By offering money

• By threatening his friend

What does Tom's friend initially think about the task of painting?

• It's a rewarding task

• It's a fun activity

• It's a tough job

• It's a waste of time

What does Tom's friend first offer in exchange for painting the fence?

• A baseball

• A switchblade knife

• A shirt

• An apple

Why does Tom refuse his friend's shirt?

• He doesn't want a shirt

• He doesn't like the color

• He already has enough shirts

• He wants something more valuable

What does Tom's friend offer after the apple?

• A shirt

• A baseball cap

• A comic book

• A harmonica

What item does Tom ultimately receive from his friend?

• A set of marbles

• A harmonica

• A switchblade knife

• A comic book

What lesson does Tom learn from his experience?

• Hard work pays off

• Friendship is valuable

• Sharing is caring

• Desire can be manipulated

What is the key to making something desirable, according to Tom's realization?

• Making it expensive

• Making it seem rare

• Making it difficult to attain

• Making it popular