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What economic downturn is going on during the book?
The Great Depression
Who is Atticus defending in the trial?
Tom Robinson
What do Atticus and Scout do most nights?
They read a book together.
Who attacked Jem and Scout on the night of Halloween?
Bob Ewell
Which cardinal direction relative to New York is Maycomb?
South
How old was Scout through the book?
6-9 years old
What is the name of the Judge?
John Taylor
What happened to the first 2 clients Atticus had ever had?
They were both hanged.
Who saves Jem and Scout from their attacker on Halloween?
Arthur (Boo) Radley.
What state is Maycomb in?
Alabama
How old was Jem through the book?
10-13 years old
List the people who were questioned at the trial
Bob Ewell, Mayella Ewell, Tom Robison, Heck Tate
How did Atticus meet the woman who became his wife and mother of Jem and Scout?
He met her in Montgomery when he was elected to the legislature.
Who is Scout's first teacher and how does she treat the class?
Miss Caroline is a strict teacher who at first seems to not care for the children but actually, she does.
What are the majority of the people's views about race in Maycomb?
The majority of the white Maycomb population believe that black people are not equal.
What world war is the time in the book close to?
WWII
What significant evidence about Tom Robinson reveals that he's innocent?
He has a crippled arm that does not function at all.
Where did Atticus receive his early education?
He was home-schooled.
How does Jem first react to his broken arm in the first chapter of the book?
He is worried that he won’t be able to play football.
What rumors are spread throughout Maycomb about Boo Radley?
Many people believe he has stabbed his father in the leg, bitten off his mother's finger, and tried to poison Walter Jr. People also believe that he is crazy and peeks in people's windows.
What time period is this taking place in?
1935
How would the trial be different if Tom Robinson was white?
It would have been a win indefinitely (For Tom), because of the Racism by the jury, they convicted him, even though the evidence pointed to Bob Ewell committing the crime.
Did Atticus fight in WWI?
No, he did not participate in any wars. Though he was the best shot in Maycomb because he used to hunt.
What kind of relationship do Jem and Scout have?
Scout and Jem are very close. Jem is going through adolescence, therefore pushing his sister away at times. In the end, he is a good brother and they have a good relationship.
How does Maycomb react to Tom Robinson's death?
The black community feels angry and upset. Many racist whites feel that justice was done because a black man is always guilty. It was soon forgotten, however.