In some ways Huck’s story is mythical but it is also an anti-myth — a challenge to the deceits which …

As a way of illustrating his theme, Twain deliberately sets certain events with Huck and Jim on the river and …

How does Mark Twain create a humorous effect (exaggeration, irony, satire, understatement)?   How does Twain use satire to expose …

Identify the literary techniques used by Mark Twain in Huckleberry Finn. Consider techniques such as: figures of speech, language, narrative …

Select two of the social institutions (i.e. democracy) at which Twain pokes fun. Use specific references to show how he …

A persona is an alternate name and personality uses for many different reasons. Discuss the many personas used in the …

“Picaresque” is a word used to describe a character who comes from a low class of society, is poor, lives …

Explain how the American Dream is or is not achieved by three characters in this novel. Begin by explaining what …

How does Huck search for a family? What does he find and what does he learn?   How is Huck’s …

This novel is also a satire on human weaknesses. What human traits does he satirize? Give examples for each.   …