It gives the imagination a wild and amusing ride, but it doesn't allow you to relate the plot to everyday life. ... In the book, Twain depicts a realistic attitude toward slavery through Jim, the runaway slave, while simultaneously giving the reader a wild ride of the moral growth of the orphaned boy Huck. ... His friendship with Jim is a big part in his moral growth throughout the novel. ... This was a rare moment for young Huck and an huge step in his moral growth. ... He knows nothing more than to answer and cater to a white man's call. ...

• Word Count: 2137
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

Even though helping a runaway slave is a crime, Huck makes his first moral decision here. ... People would call me a low down Abolitionist and despise me for keeping mum-but that don't make no difference. ... While Huck still calls him a nigger and thinks of himself as smarter, he recognizes Jim as a friend and looks beyond his skin color. ... Huck had a lot of moral conflict and made many choices. He was usually unaware that his decisions were more moral then society's. ...

• Word Count: 1611
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School