Characters
Bob Ewell
What theme is reflected in the death of Tom Robinson?
How many days does it take the town of Maycomb to learn about Tom Robinson's death?
2 days
What has happened to Tom Robinson?
He died
Why is Bob Ewell mad at Atticus?
Atticus destroyed his last shred of credibility.
Who interrupts Mrs. Merriweather during the missionary tea party?
Ms. Maudie
What is a reoccurring theme that applies to Jem, Dill, and Scout?
Maturity or Loss of Innocence
Name a gift that Atticus received from the black community after Tom's trial.
Chicken, rolls, salted pork, tomatoes, beans, scuppernongs, or pickled pig knuckles
Why does Jem want to get rid of Juries?
What connect does Atticus make between mobs and the jury?
They are a group of men that were driven by hate which compromises their ability to think rationally (without their prejudice).
Who cannot swim?
Dill
In chapters 22-25, what event(s) highlights the theme of courage?
-Mr. Underwood's newspaper article
-Mr. Cunningham's indecisive verdict in Tom's trial
-Ms. Maudie standing up to Mrs. Merriweather
How does Tom Robinson die?
He is shot 17 times while trying to escape jail.
Why can't Atticus tell Tom Robinson that he believes he has a good chance?
In law, there are no definite answers to anything.
What does Aunt Alexandra's view on the Cunningham's tell the reader about Maycomb?
There is a social hierarchy to the town. Those who are of a lower social class or are of color are considered to be "less than" those who are a part of the white upper class.
Who writes about Tom in The Montgomery Advertiser?
Mr. Underwood
In chapter 23, Jem's dissatisfaction of the jury's deliberation on Tom's trial relates to what theme?
Moral integrity or Maturity
What does Mr. Underwood call Tom Robinson's death?
Senseless killing
What does Bob Ewell say about Tom Robinson's death?
"One down and two more to go."
Why does Scout remain silent during the missionary tea party?
She is observing the woman of the town, and she is starting to become aware of the hypocrisy and prejudice of Maycomb.
What name gives Scout a queasy feeling?
Ewell
The town's view on Tom Robinson's death relates to which theme?
Prejudice or Racism
Who goes to tell Helen the news of Tom's death?
Atticus, Calpurnia, Jem, or Dill
"Time are hard" (Great Depression)
Why is Ms. Maudie mad at Mrs. Merriweather?
Ms. Maudie is mad because Mrs. Merriweather cannot see that she is being a hypocrite.