Explanation:
The excerpt is taken from the story "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". It is a famous novel written by author Mark Twain. This novel was published in the year 1884 in United Kingdoms.
The novel is about a young boy who is explores out in search of adventure and freedom.
In the excerpt, Huck, the main protagonist is trying his best to save Jim from the man who wants to sell Jim to some of the cruel slave owners. But in the past, Huck did not have cared enough to try and help him. He then realizes Jim is very much like him and that he also believes that slavery is wrong. Huck helps Jim and risks his life going to the jail but he takes the risk.
Answer:
In the beginning, the narrator feels alone and apart from his new neighbors. Laughing with the other boys over his language mistake breaks down the barrier between him and the others. Once they laugh together, he becomes comfortable being a part of the team. He starts to feel more accepted and hopeful about fitting in as an American.
(Probably wrong but) TREES.
