Tom's Adventures and Relationships

In this chapter of 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer', Tom impresses Aunt Polly with his whitewashing skills, engages in mischief with Sid, and leads a mock military battle. He becomes infatuated with a new girl, experiences emotional turmoil, and embarks on a nighttime adventure. The chapter explores themes of childhood, imagination, and the complexities of growing up.

What was Aunt Polly doing when Tom presented himself to her?

• Reading a book

• Knitting

• Writing a letter

• Cooking

How did Aunt Polly react to Tom's claim about the fence?

• She ignored him

• She believed him immediately

• She scolded him for lying

• She was skeptical and checked herself

What reward did Tom receive from Aunt Polly?

• A piece of cake

• A new book

• A choice apple

• A new toy

Who was Tom's opponent in the mock military battle?

• Sid

• Joe Harper

• Huck Finn

• Jeff Thatcher

What happened to Tom's feelings for Amy Lawrence?

• He decided to confess to her

• He wrote her a letter

• They grew stronger

• They vanished completely

How did Tom try to impress the new girl?

• By writing her a poem

• By giving her a flower

• By showing off with antics

• By singing a song

What did Tom do when he returned home after meeting the new girl?

• He did his homework

• He plotted revenge on Sid

• He told Aunt Polly about the girl

• He went straight to bed

What dramatic scenario did Tom imagine to gain sympathy?

• Winning a battle

• Becoming rich

• His own death

• Being a hero

What happened when Tom sneaked to the new girl's house at night?

• He left a note for her

• He was drenched by a maid

• He was caught by her parents

• He was welcomed inside