Chapters 19-22
Why does Mr. Gilmer’s cross-examination of Tom upset Dill? Why does Scout reamin largely unaffected? Do you agree with Dolphus Raymond’s observation that soon Dill will not care about injustice? Why or why not?
Uncategorized | Comments (6)Scout and Jem’s Point of View
Scout and Jem view Tom’s trial from a different point of view than many of the spectators. Explain in what ways their viewpoint is different. Then explain how these differences affect their perception of events.
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What law does Mayella break? What social code does she violate? Which would most citizens of Maycomb probably consider the more serious crime? WHY?
Uncategorized | Comments (6)Contrasting the world of blacks and the world of whites
At many points throughout the book, Lee contrasts the world of blacks and the world of whites. In this section, she has Scout note the difference between the Negro settlement and the Ewells’ place. How do the descriptions differ and what do you think is the purpose of this contrast?
Uncategorized | Comment (0)Bob Ewell’s Testimony
Analyze Bob Ewell’s testimony and that of his daughter and determine what they reveal about themselves and their lives. What seems to be their attitude toward toward the court, blacks, their own family, and themselves? In your view, are they more to be pitied or despised? Why?
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What are some reasons people have for attending Tom’s trial? What does their presence at the trial and reaction to testimony reveal about their values?
Uncategorized | Comments (14)Mrs. Dubose
Summarize your opinions of Mrs. Dubose. Do you think she was courageous? Did her age and sickness excuse what she said to Jem and Scout? How did she really feel about Atticus? Explain your views.
Uncategorized | Comments (11)Scout’s Values
Scout struggles with the definition for “Fine Folks.” How does her understanding of the term differ from Alexandra’s? What do these differences reveal about Scout’s values in contrast to her aunt’s?
Uncategorized | Comments (3)Foreshadowing
Harper Lee foreshadows several future events in Chapters 13-15. Predict what you think will happen to Tom Robinson, Jem and Scout, and Atticus. Base your predictions on actual events in these chapters.
Uncategorized | Comments (2)Miss Maudie’s house
When Miss Maudie’s house catches fire, Maycomb residents as well as others from as far as sixty miles away try to help. What do their actions indicate about the character of people in this region? What does Miss Maudie’s attitude about the tragedy indicate about her character? Quote appropriate lines from the book to support your statements.
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