Cruelty

Which one of the following characters do you believe to be most cruel? Explain your choice using details from the book.

• Jim


• Colonel Sherburn


• Colonel Grangerford


• The King


• The Duke


• the residents of Pokeville, Arkansas

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This blog will serve as a discussion extension of our study of Huck Finn in American Literature. Respond weekly to each of the questions posted. Questions will be posted each Monday; comments must be posted by midnight the following Sunday to receive credit.

Remember to exress your thoughts and opinions in a respectful manner. Differing opinions are welcomed, negative comments are not.

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Racism in Huck Finn

Huck Finn has been censored and banned in some places because many people consider it to be a racist book. Do you feel that Huck Finn is a racist book? Support your opinion by considering the following: the character of Jim, Huck's use of the "n-word", Huck and Tom's treatment of Jim, Huck's reaction to the news that Jim has run away.