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Part A

In the excerpt from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, why does Tom tell Ben that he does not consider whitewashing the fence to be work?


He wants Ben to keep talking to him.

He wants to keep Ben from taking his job.

He is trying to trick Ben.

He wants to go swimming with Ben.
Question 2
Part B

Which text evidence best supports the answer to Part A?


"Ben ranged up alongside of him. Tom’s mouth watered for the apple, but he stuck to his work."

"Tom gave up the brush with reluctance in his face, but alacrity in his heart. "

"'Only just a little—I’d let you, if you was me, Tom.'"

"Tom considered, was about to consent; but he altered his mind:"

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Part A In The Excerpt From The Adventures Of Tom Sawyer Why Does Tom Tell Ben That He Does Not Consider Whitewashing The Fence To Be Work He Wants Ben To Keep T class=

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Answer:

 part a, 2, part b, 2

Explanation:

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Part A: Option B) He is trying to trick Ben

The Evidence is shown and explained in part B of the question.

Part B: Option D)  "Tom gave up the brush with reluctance in his face, but alacrity in his heart. "

Reluctance means 'unwillingness or disinclination to do something', which means that Tom is making it look like he doesn't want to give the brush to him, but with alacrity in his heart which means cheerfulness.

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