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I'm pretty sure whale in this case refers to beating or hitting.
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When Huck in huckle berry fin says his father used to whale him he means he used to?
When Huck says his father used to whale him, he means his father used to beat him. The term "whale" is an informal way of describing a severe beating or punishment.
Where does Huck say he will go?
Huck says he wants to go everywhere. He says that he will go in many different parts of the book.
What did Huck mean when he says that Harney covered Buck with his gun twice?
Huck means that Harney pointed his gun at Buck twice to intimidate or threaten him. It suggests that Harney was trying to assert his power or authority over Buck in that moment.
Why is the king so angry with Huck?
Because Huck says he say "n*ggers" going into his bedroom and he didn't say anything. This is a lie. But the king is angry because he believes that Huck should have been smarter about it.
What Huck means when he says that Mary Jane had grit and was full of sand?
When Huck says that Mary Jane had grit and was full of sand, he means that she is determined, courageous, and spirited. She has strength of character and resilience in facing challenges with fortitude and determination. Huck admires her strong will and ability to persevere in difficult situations.
What type of whale swallowed Joana?
The bible only says it was a big fish, so it must be a whale, but which type of whale that is not mentioned.
Huckleberry Finn- What occurrence forces the boys to set the escape in motion?
In "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," the appearance of Huck's abusive father, Pap, forces Huck to stage his own death and escape down the Mississippi River with the runaway slave, Jim. This event sets the escape in motion as Huck seeks to avoid his father's abuse and Jim tries to reach freedom.
Who is Veshimabeth?
This name Veshimabeth means the "Mother of God". My father says the name Veshimabeth is a powerful name.
Why don't the slaves hunters get Jim?
The slave hunters don't get Jim because he escapes with Huck on a raft down the Mississippi River. Jim is able to avoid capture by using his resourcefulness and quick thinking to stay one step ahead of those trying to capture him.
My father left me a pendent it says St. Christopher Protect on it. Would you Please tell me what that Means?
St. Christopher is the patron Saint of Travelers. Your father is a Gypsy.
What do you think Chillingworth means when he says of the father of her child I shall read (the letter of infamy) on his heart?
he wants to harm the father emotionally not physically when her heard of what her did to heaster
How does Huck view the wreck and the ferryboat?
Huck views the wreck and the ferryboat as symbols of both danger and opportunity. The wreck represents potential for wealth through salvaging items, while the ferryboat is seen as a means of escape from his troubles and the societal constraints he faces. Ultimately, both the wreck and the ferryboat play significant roles in Huck's adventures and his journey towards independence.
