Chapter 17 or 18
When Jim and Huck pass Cairo, it symbolizes their near escape from the constraints of slavery and societal norms. Cairo represents freedom, safety, and hope for Jim and Huck, making it a significant moment in their journey down the Mississippi River.
Jim and Huck were trying to reach Cairo, Illinois so that Jim could attempt to escape to the free states and gain his freedom.
They know that they passed Cairo because they reach muddy waters of Ohio.
Huck was looking for the town of Cairo to help free Jim
They plan to drift down to Cairo.
Huck doesn't turn Jim in because Jim in Huck's first TRUE friend. Jim is also the only "family" Huck has ever had that cares so much about him and will protect him.
Jim is a runaway slave. If they were to get caught, Jim would be returned to Miss Watson in slavery and Huck would be scorned by the townspeople.
In the dense fog on the river, Huck and Jim miss their exit and end up floating past it, losing their way in the river's intricate twists and turns. They become disoriented and can't find their way back. Jim and Huck were trying to reach the city of Cairo in Illinois so Jim could get to the free states and be a free man.
Jim and Huck originally plan to go to the free states up north to escape slavery and the societal expectations placed on them in the South.
He told Huck that Jim had been sold as a runaway slave!!!
i think the nile river
Jim is initially startled when he sees Huck on the island, as he believes that he has seen a ghost. However, he quickly realizes that Huck is alive and is relieved to be reunited with him. Jim is happy to see Huck safe and well.