The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn Essay Questions

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Bonus Question for the Final Exam

Throughout this semester, there have been many literary works that have been very influential in the way I perceive specific time periods as well as authors observation on many pressing issues. Many writings discussed in this class have been a direct response to many issues that were related to the way writers thought, felt, and interpreted views of society. One of my favorite literary works that we discussed following the mid-term was The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, as it illuminated the general issues found within the deep south but also brought many fundamental, satirical themes and symbols in relation to the slave holding society.
Within the novel written by Mark Twain, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, a young, adventurous boy by the name of Huck Finn finds himself going against the restraints of society to find
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Through reading this novel, many are able to understand the importance of Twains satirical and religious ideas, as well as the overall hardships that Huck and Jim had to face in search for freedom. Throughout the novel, Twain used many analogies and symbols such as the river and Cairo to indicate the freedom that Huck and Jim both strive to achieve. This novel is found to be pinnacle for many audiences as it presents various interpretations to help show theme and symbols. Personally, this novel was categorized as my favorite work since the mid-term because it brought “new life” to the way I portrayed Huck at the beginning to the final words of the writing. I enjoyed the overall message of love and companionship between Huck and Jim, as well as, the transition of Huck as he realizes the importance of going against society for the sake of well-being. Similarly, Huck’s transformation helps illustrate an open mindedness that society should implement still