Part A In the excerpt from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, why does Tom tell Ben that he does not consider whitewashing the fence to be work?

He wants to keep Ben from taking his job.

He is trying to trick Ben.

He wants to go swimming with Ben.

He wants Ben to keep talking to him.
Question 2
Part B

Which text evidence best supports the answer to Part A?

"Tom gave up the brush with reluctance in his face, but alacrity in his heart. "

"'Only just a little—I’d let you, if you was me, Tom.'"

"Tom considered, was about to consent; but he altered his mind:"

"Ben ranged up alongside of him. Tom’s mouth watered for the apple, but he stuck to his work."