Huck uses the phrase "lowdown abolitionist" to express his negative opinion of people who are against slavery. In the context of the book "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," Huck is reflecting the common racist beliefs of his time and upbringing in the antebellum South. He uses the term to disparage those who advocate for the abolition of slavery.
The informant gave the police the lowdown on a drug-smuggling operation.
Thomas Jefferson was originally an abolitionist.
Pap tries to kill Huck because he is angry that Huck has money and refuses to give it to him. Pap feels entitled to use Huck's money for alcohol and believes that Huck owes it to him. This demonstrates Pap's selfish and abusive nature towards Huck.
Huck used an ax to escape the cabin by chopping through the logs that blocked the window.
Huck and Tom use candlesticks for light while they are digging in the cave.
Huck and Tom use a saw to imitate the noise of a beetle while sneaking out together.
The author uses a casual and conversational tone to describe Huck's progress in mathematics, highlighting Huck's struggles and incremental improvements in a relatable way.
Huck and Jim argue about English and French. Huck wants to learn French to look educated, while Jim argues that English is more important due to its widespread use in America.
Huck and Tom first used an old case-knife to dig Jim out of the shed.
Before the Civil War people who were against Slavery were called abolitionists. An abolitionist is someone who believes slavery should be abolished.
The irony lies in the fact that Tom and Huck use their imaginations and creativity to devise a plan to get the grindstone while Injun Joe and his gang use violence and force. Despite being seen as troublemakers, Tom and Huck ultimately outsmart the criminals through wit and cunning.
He uses the blood to spread it around his dad's cabin to make it seem like Huck's been murdered.