They Probably justified it because it was necessary to survive.
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Huck and Jim justify stealing melons and pumpkins as a means of survival and a form of rebellion against the societal norms and restrictions placed upon them. They believe that taking these fruits when they are hungry is a way to assert their independence and challenge the oppressive systems that have marginalized them. They view stealing as a way to meet their basic needs in a world that has not provided them with equitable opportunities.