Reread lines 1-12. What point of view is this story being told from? How do you know?
Reread lines 15-17. What does Twain mean when he says Ben's "heart was light and his anticipations high"?
What does the word tranquil mean as it is used in line 13? Explain why Tom is painting in a tranquil way.
Look at line 48. What impression is Tom trying to give as he surveys his work?
Reread lines 59-64. What scheme is Tom playing in these lines?
Remember that dramatic irony occurs when readers know something that a character does not. Describe the dramatic irony that occurs in ines 80-92.
The style of Twain's work contributes to the tone, or attitude, toward his subject. In this case, his subject is Tom Sawyer. Twain's tone is humorous in this story. Select at least three examples from the text that help demonstrate Twain's humorous tone.
What was Tom able to make his friends covet?
What does Tom learn about human nature in relation to things that are difficult to attain?