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Argumentative Essay: The Murder Of Tom Sawyer

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Tom Sawyer swore an oath with Huck Finn not to tell anyone about the murder they witnessed. They each signed with blood and trusted each other. But when Tom is having his doubts, he is not sure if he should do the right thing or keep his promise with Huck. Tom should march up to the sheriff's office and declare what he saw on the night of the murder so the innocent man behind bars--eventually behind a gun--would be safe and free from the terrifying house of bars. Tom should report the facts about the murder because Potter could be sentenced to death, Injun Joe could run off free from suspicion, and Tom should follow his conscience or his gut feeling. Muff Potter was petrified when he woke up to a blood-covered knife in his right hand. Potter
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