There’s a difference between making a decision for the better good and because it supports a certain belief. For instance, one person’s beliefs may benefit him/her but put someone else at risk. In Huck Finn’s case, he is forced to protect and lie for Jim despite it putting himself at risk as well. His decision, in turn, makes him care for Jim as a person and become more humane. It’s hard for close-minded people to change their opinions, and the same goes for Huck Finn. He recalls Miss Watson telling him to do everything he can to be selfless and help other people. Nonetheless, her words passed through his mind for he could not see how it would benefit him (Twain 17). Although he still has trouble combatting society’s flawed views, Huck goes