A Nation Dividing and Expanding — Test

Question 9 • English III

Which statement most accurately describes the satire that exists within chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn ?

Answer

Twain is satirizing society’s ingratitude by characterizing Huck as someone too selfish to appreciate anything his father has ever done for him.

Twain is satirizing society’s dishonesty by having Huck hide his money to appear as though he is too selfish to share with his own father.

Twain is satirizing society’s disrespect by characterizing Huck as someone who is so rude that he cannot even treat his father with respect.

Twain is satirizing society’s greed by having Huck’s father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money.

Explanation

In chapter 5, Huck’s father returns after hearing that Huck has money and demands some of it. Pap’s interest is not genuine concern for Huck; he is focused on getting Huck’s money and controlling him. This makes “Twain is satirizing society’s greed by having Huck’s father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money” the best description.

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