Vocabulary
What does the term "hogshead" mean in Chapter 9?
Barrel
What does Jim say about touching a snake skin?
Brings bad luck
Who places a dead snake next to Jim while he’s sleeping?
Huck
What does the "cave” in both chapters represent?
Safety, isolation, and temporary escape
Why does Huck feel guilt and concern for Jim after the snakebite?
He didn't mean to hurt Jim, just to scare him.
What does the term "curry-comb" mean in Chapter 9?
A metal comb is typically for grooming horses.
What superstitious belief does a four leaf clover hold?
Brings good luck
What trick does Huck use to find out what’s happening in town?
He disguises himself as a girl and sneaks into town.
What does the "snake skin” in Chapter 9 represent?
Bad luck
Why is Huck starting to see Jim as an equal and a trusted companion?
Jim is nice, gives him advice, and is respectful
What does the term "reticule" mean in Chapter 9?
A small drawstring bag carried by a woman as a pocketbook or workbag.
What does Jim think when the rattlesnakes mate bites him?
It was bad luck from the snakeskin
Who believes in the superstitious belief of bad luck stemming from snakeskin?
Jim
How does the cave represent isolation?
It keeps Huck and Jim hidden from the outside world.
How does Jim take care of Huck while they stay in the cave?
He makes sure Huck is safe and helps provide food.
What does the term "Peddle" mean in Chapter 10?
Travel around while selling; sell illegally; give out or disseminate
What does Jim do to try to cure his snakebite?
He drinks whiskey and eats the snake.
What does Jim’s superstition about snakeskin tell us about him?
He believes in omens and folk wisdom, which shapes how he sees the world.
What does the storm symbolize?
Chaos and the dangers of nature
How does Huck’s view of Jim’s beliefs shift over time?
He goes along with them and starts to respect Jim for it.
What does the term "Varmint" mean in Chapter 10?
An undesirable animal, usually a scavenger
What do Jim’s superstitions reveal about his character?
He has deep cultural beliefs and wisdom from experience.
What lesson does Huck learn from his prank on Jim?
He realizes pranks can have real consequences and starts respecting Jim more.
How does the floating house contrast with the cave?
The cave is safe and controlled, while the house shows the dangers of the outside world.
How does Huck react to Jim’s warnings about bad luck and superstitions in these chapters?
Huck laughs at first but starts to take Jim more seriously when Jim’s warnings prove true.