During the course of their adventure down the Mississippi River, Huck demonstrates his independent demeanor while he and Jim develop a strong bond and respect for one another. Beginning to look past the fact that Jim is a black man, Huck is able to see beyond what society has taught him and discover his own ethics. Being a young boy, Huck enjoys pulling pranks on others and from doing so, he learns that his actions can result in consequences. When Huck pulls his first prank on Jim, Huck is not yet mature enough to admit fault. Later on in their journey, Huck begins to take the blame for his actions. He pulls a rather mean prank on Jim that leaves him feeling distressed and upset. Huck feels guilty about this and now realizes that his actions
