Can anyone help me with this question? (: I was sick the day the class went over these questions, so I would like to have some short answers to these, to study for my quiz on Huckleberry Finn.

•Does Huck need Jim as much as Jim needs Huck?
•Why do Huck and Jim love their life on the river?
•Why does Huck try to save the “rapscallions” aboard the Walter Scott?

Have you read the book?

http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/huckfinn/

Read, read, read.

If you let us know what YOU THINK for answers, someone here might be able to check your work.

I really recommend you read the book, not just the Sparknotes. It's considered by some as the greatest American novel. If you had read it, you would be able to think about these qustions and answer them.

yes, I have read the book! I know what i want to write, I just need a bit of help on how to form it and make it "flow"

You write what you think, and someone will be able to critique it for you.

Okay! Write a draft of what you want to say, then one of us will critique it. :)

Of course, I am here to help you with your questions on Huckleberry Finn! I'll provide you with short answers to each question, along with brief explanations on how to arrive at those answers.

1. Does Huck need Jim as much as Jim needs Huck?
Short answer: Yes

Explanation: In Huckleberry Finn, Huck and Jim form a close bond as they journey down the river together. While Huck initially views Jim as his property, he gradually develops a deep friendship with him. Both characters rely on each other for emotional support and protection. Huck needs Jim not only for companionship but also for guidance and understanding. Similarly, Jim needs Huck for companionship and someone to share his dreams and aspirations with. Their relationship evolves throughout the novel, demonstrating the mutual importance of their bond.

2. Why do Huck and Jim love their life on the river?
Short answer: Freedom and escape from societal constraints

Explanation: Huck and Jim find solace and freedom on the river, away from the rigid rules and expectations of society. Their life on the river represents an escape from the hypocrisy and injustices they encounter on land. The river becomes a symbol of their independence and allows them to embrace their true selves without fear of judgment or persecution. It also grants them the opportunity to make their own decisions and live by their own values, leading to a deep appreciation for the sense of freedom and liberty it offers.

3. Why does Huck try to save the "rapscallions" aboard the Walter Scott?
Short answer: A sense of empathy and basic human decency

Explanation: Huck feels compelled to save the "rapscallions" aboard the Walter Scott because he recognizes their humanity and understands the consequences they would face if caught. Despite their wrongdoing, Huck cannot ignore his innate sense of empathy and compassion. He is aware that they are human beings in desperate need of help, and he believes it is his moral duty to assist them. This demonstrates Huck's growth throughout the novel as he challenges the prevalent racial prejudices of his time and shows compassion toward those society deems as outcasts.