Read Chapters 5-8 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and answer the discussion questions below.
1. Describe Huck's feelings about the Grangerfords and Shepherdsons. What does this reveal about his character?
2. What is the significance of Huck's decision to stay with the Grangerfords rather than continue down the river?
3. Explain the feud between the Grangerfords and Shepherdsons. How does it affect Huck?
4. How does the character of Buck Grangerford contribute to Huck's understanding of family and loyalty?
5. What do you think motivates Huck to leave the Grangerfords and continue his journey down the river?
6. How does Huck's attitude towards Jim change or evolve in this chapter?
7. Describe Huck and Jim's encounter with the two con men, the Duke and the King. How does Huck react to them?
8. Discuss the significance of the river as a symbol in these chapters. What role does it play in Huck and Jim's journey?