Why is there so much English homework I came from break and I get an essay smh

What is a brief and often humorous statement of truth or opinion, such as "a watched pot never boils"

After huck's talk with mary jane, she says she'll pray for him. huck thinks: "pray for me! i reckoned if she knowed me she'd take a job that was more nearer her size." in at least 150 words, explain this statement by describing how huck views himself and his behavior in general.

Which of these are central ideas of chapter 4 of wheels of change? check all that apply.