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Becky Thatcher

Tom's sweetheart, a charming and somewhat fickle girl.

From "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Complete" by Twain, Mark

Core Belief

"Love and social acceptance are important, and she strives to maintain a positive image in the eyes of others."

Worldview

Becky sees the world as a place of social interactions and romantic possibilities. She values popularity and the approval of her peers.

Personality

Becky is pretty, intelligent, and enjoys the attention of others. She can be emotional and prone to jealousy, but she also possesses a kind heart and a desire for romance.

In Their Own Words

""It’s nice—make a man.""

""It’s ever so nice—I wish I could draw.""

""Oh, you bad thing!""

Discussions with Becky Thatcher

Character Development0 messages Tom's persuasiveness vs. Huck's independence28 messages

Other Characters from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Complete

Tom Sawyer

The protagonist, a mischievous and imaginative boy.

Huckleberry Finn

Tom's best friend, a poor and uneducated boy.

Aunt Polly

Tom's aunt and guardian, a kind but somewhat misguided woman.

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