Historical Context for TKAM I
This decade saw the worst economic downturn in U.S. history, during which To Kill a Mockingbird is set.
What is the 1930’s?
The term used for legally mandated separation of Black and white Americans.
What is segregation?
This young narrator grows up in Maycomb, Alabama.
Who is Scout Finch?
Scout gets in trouble on the first day of school for knowing how to do this.
What is read?
This character is Mayella’s father, who is a drunk and represents the embodiment of hatred and prejudice in the novel.
Who is Bob Ewell?
How do Gatsby & Nick know one another?
They served together in the War (WWII)
Gatsby truly comes from...
A. a family of poor farmers in N. Dakota
B. a Catholic orphanage in New Jersey
C. wealthy European landowners
D. extremely religious, middle-class family in Alabama
A. a family of poor farmers in N. Dakota
This appeal relies on the speaker’s credibility or trustworthiness.
What is Ethos?
Jem’s reaction to the trial verdict shows:
A. Acceptance of injustice
B. Loss of childhood innocence
C. Indifference to society
D. Belief in perfect justice
B. Loss of childhood innocence
How does the Great Depression MOST influence social structure in Maycomb?
A. It eliminates class differences
B. It strengthens class and racial divisions
C. It leads to rapid equality reforms
D. It removes legal inequality
B. It strengthens class and racial divisions
This state, where Harper Lee grew up and set her novel, was deeply affected by racial segregation.
What is Alabama?
This symbolizes the theme of innocence in the novel.
What is a mockingbird?
He’s Scout’s older brother who matures greatly over the course of the novel.
Who is Jem Finch?
This character is a judgemental woman who is known for her rigid belief in family reputation and is a strong personality in the Finch family’s life.
Who is Aunt Alexandra?
Overall, Nick worries most that Gatsby will...
A. be killed by his wife
B. be disappointed by reality
C. end up in prison
D. betray him
B. be disappointed by reality
Which word BEST describes Jay Gatsby's behavior toward Daisy?
A. Generous
B. Ambitious
C. Obsessive
D. Indifferent
C. obsessive
“Think of the children suffering without clean water!” uses this persuasive technique.
What is pathos?
Atticus says it is a sin to kill a mockingbird. What does this BEST symbolize?
A. Obeying authority
B. Protecting innocence
C. Punishing crime
D. Following tradition
B. Protecting innocence
These laws enforced racial segregation in Southern states during the time of the novel.
What are Jim Crow Laws?
The Tom Robinson trial MOST directly parallels:
A. Civil Rights protests
B. Scottsboro Boys case
C. Reconstruction laws
D. Industrial labor trials
B. the Scottsboro Boys case?
This courtroom event, which is central to the novel, showcases the deep-rooted racial prejudices of the time, as a black man is wrongfully accused and convicted of a crime he did not commit.
What is the trial of Tom Robinson?
This fictional town serves as the backdrop for the novel, representing the societal norms and racial divisions of the American South during the Great Depression.
What is Maycomb?
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view."
What theme is BEST expressed?
A. Justice depends only on laws
B. Empathy helps overcome prejudice
C. Childhood should avoid reality
D. Authority must not be questioned
B. Empathy helps overcome prejudice
What does the green light at the end of Daisy's dock symbolize?
Gatsby's hopes & dreams for the future
What can you infer as the real reason Daisy cries when Gatsby shows her his shirts?
A. the beauty of his shirts
B. the way Gatsby has changed
C. the size of Gatsby's house
D. the realization she married the wrong man
D. realization she married the wrong man
Statistics, charts, and data-heavy evidence appeal to this persuasive method.
What is logos?
Atticus Finch is BEST described as:
A. A changing character influenced by pressure
B. A consistent moral guide for others
C. A corrupt authority figure
D. A passive observer
B. A consistent moral guide for other
What does the limited education and poverty of many characters in Maycomb suggest about the 1930s South?
A. Equal access to opportunity
B. Strong public education systems
C. Cycles of poverty and limited resources
D. Rapid economic growth
C. Cycles of poverty and limited resources
Despite clear evidence of innocence, Tom Robinson is found guilty. This reflects the failure of what?
What is the justice system?
When Atticus stands up for what is right, even when unpopular, what theme is represented?
What is moral courage?
This type of conflict is central to To Kill a Mockingbird, as the characters grapple with the injustice of racial inequality and the challenges of confronting long-standing social norms.
What is man vs. society?
Boo Radley is MOST accurately characterized as:
A. Dangerous and violent
B. Misunderstood but ultimately kind
C. A symbol of authority
D. A social outcast with no impact
B. Misunderstood but ultimately kind
What leads Nick to believe Gatsby might acquired his money illegally?
He meets Wolfsheim (shady guy) & Gatsby offer him an "opportunity"
What is the significance of Jay meeting Dan Cody?
This is the beginning of him reiventing himself from James Gatz to Jay Gatsby
As a certified nutritionist, I recommend this diet plan.” This statement uses this appeal.
What is ethos?
Which rhetorical appeal does Atticus use when he points out that no doctor was called to examine Mayella Ewell?
What is LOGOS?
This 1960s protest tactic involved Black students occupying seats at segregated lunch counters.
What are sit-ins?
He led the Montgomery Bus Boycott and gave the "I Have a Dream" speech.
Who is Marlin Luther King Jr.?
In the novel's resolution, this character's actions reveal a deeper understanding of human nature, especially the need to protect those who cannot defend themselves, despite being misunderstood by society.
Who is Boo Radley?
Maycomb society is BEST described as:
A. Equal and democratic
B. Structured by race and class hierarchy
C. Rapidly changing
D. Free from prejudice
B. Structured by race and class hierarchy
This location, often a source of fear and mystery for the children, symbolizes the unknown and the way society rejects people who are different.
How does Gatsby prepare for his reunion with Daisy at Nick's cottage? (at least two details)
He buys tons of flowers and has the lawn cut.
How does Mr. Wilson find out about his wife (Myrtle's) affair and what does he plan to do about it?What does Mr. Wilson plan to do about Myrtle's infidelity (cheating)?
He found the dog collar belonging to the dog Tom bought Myrtle and he plans to move both he and Myrtle away
This appeal is often used in charity campaigns to evoke sympathy and inspire donations.
What is pathos?
Which rhetorical appeal is MOST effective when Atticus describes Mayella’s difficult life?
What is PATHOS?
How does the 1930s historical context shape the novel’s central message?
A. It shows that justice is independent of time period
B. It reveals how economic and racial inequality shape moral outcomes
C. It suggests society is naturally fair
D. It focuses only on childhood without social critique
B. It reveals how economic and racial inequality shape moral outcomes
Which historical factor MOST contributes to the jury’s decision in Tom Robinson’s trial?
A. Strict evidence-based reasoning
B. Racial prejudice rooted in Jim Crow ideology
C. Lack of legal structure
D. Influence of modern civil rights laws
B. Racial prejudice rooted in Jim Crow ideology
After this event, Boo Radley saves Scout and Jem from Bob Ewell’s attack, leading to Boo's true nature being revealed.
What is the attack on Scout and Jem by Bob Ewell?
This theme, particularly evident in the way characters react to societal expectations, reflects the complexities of growing up and forming moral views.
What is the loss of innocence?
What does the camellia flower Mrs. Dubose gives Jem after she passes away symbolize?
What is forgiveness and friendship?
What does the rain symbolize during the reuniting of Gatsby & Daisy?
renewal and cleansing (new beginnings)
Which statement best connects the setting to Gatsby’s tragedy?
A. West Egg represents stability and tradition
B. East Egg represents opportunity for reinvention
C. The setting reflects rigid class divisions that limit Gatsby’s dream
D. The setting has little influence on character outcomes
C. The setting reflects rigid class divisions that limit Gatsby’s dream
A logical, step-by-step argument leading to a conclusion uses this type of appeal
What is logos?
Which statement BEST explains why Atticus combines ethos, pathos, and logos in his closing remarks?
A. He wants to appeal to the jury in multiple ways.
B. He wants to shorten the trial.
C. He only cares about emotional reactions.
D. He wants to avoid discussing evidence.
A. He wants to appeal to the jury in multiple ways.