Why does Tom trick his friends?
He tricks them so he can play.
Does Tom paint the fence?
No, he does not.
Why does Johnny give Tom his marbles?
He gives Tom his marbles because he wants to paint the fence.
Why does Tom have to paint the fence?
He has to paint the fence because he didn't go to school.
How does Aunt Polly feel at the end of the story?
She feels angry at Tom.
What does Tom think his friends will do if they see him working?
He thinks they will make fun of him.
How does Tom get Ben to help?
He pretends painting the fence is fun.