Who Becky Thatcher is
Becky Thatcher is a schoolmate of Tom Sawyer in St. Petersburg, Missouri, beside the Mississippi River. Becky's place in Tom's life brings friendship and affection into a story of mischief, adventure, and danger. For a boy who wants admiration and control over his own life, these feelings present another kind of challenge.
Becky Thatcher and the others in the story
Tom's growing interest in Becky adds a complication to his school life, where his appetite for attention already causes trouble. He knows how to persuade other boys, even making them envy the chore of whitewashing a fence. Affection proves harder for him to manage, and Becky's importance to him shows a different side of his everyday concerns.
Questions
Who is Becky Thatcher?
Becky Thatcher is Tom Sawyer's schoolmate, whose friendship and affection are important to him.
Why does Becky Thatcher matter to Tom?
Becky matters because Tom develops an interest in Becky and values their friendship and affection.
How does Becky affect Tom's school life?
Tom's interest in Becky adds an emotional complication to the trouble he already creates by seeking attention at school.
