Introduction to Tom Sawyer Flashcards
Who is the author of the book “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”?
The author is Mark Twain.
When was the book published.
The book was published in 1876.
Where does the book take place?
The book takes place along the Mississippi River.
What is the name of the town in the story?
The town is named St. Petersburg.
When does the story take place?
The story takes place in the 1840s.
Why did Mark Twain choose this time and this place for his novel?
He chose the time and place because it is based on his own childhood.
Where did Mark Twain live as a boy?
He lived in Hannibal, Missouri.
What is the name of the sequel?
The sequel is named “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.”
What is the name of Tom’s aunt.
Tom’s aunt is named Aunt Polly.
What is the name of Aunt Polly’s nephew?
Aunt Polly’s nephew is named Tom Sawyer.
What was the relationship between Tom’s mother and Aunt Polly?
Tom’s mother and Aunt Polly were sisters.
Why does Aunt Polly take care of Tom?
She takes care of Tom because Tom’s mother died.
What chore does Aunt Polly want Tom to do on Saturday?
Aunt Polly wants Tom to paint the fence.
How big was the fence?
The fence was three meters high and thirty meters long.
How long is a meter in inches.
A meter is about 39 inches long.
