The Adventures Of Tom Sawyer- Chapter 7
This quiz is on the book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer chapter 7, and apart from growing up along the Mississippi, there is more of it and this is what is tested on chapter 7 to be specific.
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When Tom offered Becky his most prized possession, a brass doorknob, she rejected it. How do you think Tom felt? Why do you think this?
- 2.
This chapter is mostly about
- A.
Tom's friend, Joe
- B.
Tom's new love
- C.
Becky's drawing
- D.
Lunch hour
Correct Answer
B. Tom's new loveExplanation
This chapter is mostly about Tom's new love. The other options, such as Tom's friend Joe, Becky's drawing, and lunch hour, are not mentioned in the question and therefore not relevant to the chapter's main focus.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In school, Tom and Joe play with
- A.
A deck of cards
- B.
Jacks
- C.
A dog
- D.
A tick
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- 4.
When did Tim meet Becky?
- A.
After school
- B.
During lunch hour
- C.
Over the weekend
- D.
After supper
Correct Answer
A. After schoolExplanation
In Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," Tom meets Becky Thatcher for the first time after school. He is immediately smitten with her and tries to impress her with his charm and bravado. This encounter marks the beginning of their budding romance and adds a layer of emotional complexity to Tom's adventures.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Tom wanted Becky to
- A.
Become engaged to him
- B.
Give him a cat
- C.
Help him with his lessons
- D.
Play ball with him
Correct Answer
A. Become engaged to himExplanation
Tom wanted Becky to become engaged to him. This suggests that Tom wants to take their relationship to the next level and make a commitment to each other. Engagement is a step towards marriage and signifies a serious intention to spend their lives together.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What did Tim do when Becky wouldn't stop crying?
- A.
Hit her
- B.
Apologized
- C.
Played hockey
- D.
Found another girl friend
Correct Answer
B. ApologizedExplanation
Tim apologized when Becky wouldn't stop crying. This suggests that Tim recognized his actions or words may have caused Becky's distress and he took responsibility for it. Apologizing shows empathy, remorse, and a willingness to make amends, indicating a desire to maintain a positive relationship with Becky.Rate this question:
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- 7.
If the other students had known that Becky was meeting Tom, they probably would have
- A.
Told the teacher
- B.
Teased Tom and Becky
- C.
Told Aunt Polly
- D.
Left them alone
Correct Answer
B. Teased Tom and BeckyExplanation
If the other students had known that Becky was meeting Tom, they probably would have teased Tom and Becky. This is because when students find out about a romantic relationship or interest between two individuals, it is common for them to tease or make fun of them. Teasing is a typical reaction among peers, especially in school settings, where students often enjoy teasing others about their relationships or crushes.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Becky became upset because Tom
- A.
Argued with her
- B.
Tried to steal her chewing gum
- C.
Had an old girl friend
- D.
Tripped her
Correct Answer
C. Had an old girl friendExplanation
Becky became upset because Tom had an old girlfriend. This suggests that Becky might be feeling insecure or jealous about Tom's past relationship. It is possible that she is worried about how this might affect their current relationship and is feeling emotionally hurt or betrayed by the fact that Tom had a previous romantic connection with someone else.Rate this question:
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