Mockingbird Characters
sips Coca-Cola from a paper bag
Dolphus Raymond
What is the FINAL dare Jem makes with Dill?
Touch the Radley house
Jean Louise Finch
Why is Atticus a single dad?
His wife passed away when Scout was 2.
The book begins and ends with what event?
Jem breaking his arm.
Makes sure there's $10 in the collection plate for Helen Robinson
Reverend Sykes
How does Jem lose his pants?
Gets them caught on a fence while escaping the Radley yard
Why does Scout get in trouble with Miss Caroline?
for trying to explain why Walter won't have a lunch or take her quarter
What "deal" does Atticus make with Scout so she will continue to go to school?
They will keep reading at home like they always have.
Why do the African American people stand up for Atticus when he leaves the courtroom?
to honor him for defending Tom Robinson the best he could
Will not take a quarter from Miss Caroline
Walter Cunningham (junior)
Why does Jem have to read to Mrs. Dubose?
a punishment for ruining her flowers
What's the conflict between Aunt Alexandra and Scout?
Aunt Alexandra wants Scout to be a lady and Scout is not interested in being a lady
Why does Atticus shoot Tim Johnson?
He has rabies.
Why is it a sin to kill a mockingbird?
The mockingbird does not hurt anyone or anything.
neighbor who is genuinely interested in the children
Miss Maudie Atkinson
Why is Jem dissatisfied with Atticus? (specifically)
Atticus won't play touch football
Why does Scout punch her cousin Francis in the face?
He calls Atticus ugly names.
How does Atticus get Tom Robinson's case?
Judge Taylor assigns it to him.
What happened to Tom Robinson's arm?
He got it caught in a cotton gin when he was young.
punishes Scout for her use of foul language
Uncle Jack Finch
How does Jem "break the code of childhood"?
He tells Atticus when Dill is found hiding in their house
What does Scout find most interesting at Calpurnia's church?
There are no song books and they use "linin'."
Why does Mayella get upset with Atticus?
She thinks he is mocking her.
What 3 things does Boo Radley do for Jem and/or Scout?
1. Puts a blanket on Scout the night of the fire.
2. Leaves gifts in the tree.
3. Saves their lives.