Huckleberry Finn...I need help?

Question

So I am a Sophomore in High School and I'm reading Huckleberry Finn and when I read it, it seems that everything goes in one ear and out the other, (in this case eyes...you know what i mean) in other words it's a bit hard to understand and I have to do this big essay about if it should be banned from our school and I am still not sure what side to take...I'm leaning towards the "don't ban the book" side.

Any advice?

Answer 1

I am a junior and am reading Huck Finn currently as well. If you are having trouble understanding the story, I would suggest reading the book along with sparknotes.com or gradesaver.com. They help to summarize each chapter, but also explain the main concepts.

If I were to write the paper, I would take the "don't ban the book" side as well. I would defend it citing that it is an accurate account of America at the time, and it is a strong satire of the country. You could state that the hypocrisy, racism, and religion in the book stand as examples of "what not to do".

Answer 2

Well, the thing that makes Huckleberry Finn somewhat controversial is the fact that the language is foul, and it deals with every issue that the school system has a problem with. (Jim the Slave running away, the Drunken Father, foul mouth, etc.)

Answer 3

i think of a splash Sturm und Drang is warm! And, i like the Zeitgeist around here... it keeps my feet curled. Can somebody pass me a lager, i'm approximately to have some huckleberry pie with a splash.

Answer 4

check out some mark Twain, that will help you understand
You will then learn who Mark Twain actually is. I did this in college and it was very interesting

Answer 5

my advice is that you should try to understand it or read it to your self , that way you will feel comfortable reading it so it can be available easier.