The Adventures Of Huck Finn: Jim Is A Hero
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A hero is defined as a person noted for feats of courage or
nobility of purpose. The character of Jim in Huckleberry Finn by Mark
Twain certainly fits that description. He risked his life in order to free
himself from slavery, and in doing so, helps Huck to realize that he has
worth. Huck becomes ....
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.... loving person because
he does not allow Huck to see his dead father's face once he sees and
understands the position in wehich he is placed. Later, Huck wishes to
speak to Jim about the dead man, but Jim will not allow it since he does
not want to reveal the truth about Pap to Huck. This is a second and more
direct approach that is used in the story in order to show this same point.
Jim is also basically a good person. Although he is ignorant, he
knows that it is a good thing for him to s ....
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