Mrs. Dubose
Why does Jem lose his temper at Mrs. Dubose?
She had insulted Atticus for taking Tom Robinson's case
What does Atticus say is the definition of real courage?
To know that you probably won't succeed, but to try anyway.
Aunt Alexandra says she's staying with them for a while because...?
The kids, especially Scout, need a feminine influence in their lives
Why does Calpurnia take the kids to her church?
Atticus is out of town at the state legislature
Why did Dill run away from home?
Because he felt like he was in his mom and stepdad's way. They bought him things, and then told him to go play by himself.
What does Jem do to Mrs. Dubose's yard?
He destroys her camellia plants.
What does Atticus tell the children that hurts their feelings?
That they need to change their behavior in order to behave like Finches.
Atticus says that Aunt Alexandra is visiting because...?
He can't stay home all day, and it's going to be a hot summer.
At Calpurnia's church:
1. They do not sing out of hymnbooks; they use "lining"
2. The pastor calls out individual church members for the specific sins they're doing
3. The pastor won't dismiss the congregation until they have given a specific amount of money in the offering.
How has Jem shown maturity in these chapters?
1. He told Atticus that Dill was hiding upstairs, rather than keeping it a secret.
2. He told Scout to behave with their aunt, because Atticus was very stressed by the trial, and didn't need them causing trouble
What punishment does Jem get?
He has to read to Mrs. Dubose for 2 hours every day for a month
Why does Atticus tell the kids to forget his speech about being a Finch and to be themselves
Because he values someone's character more than their last name or where they live.
What does Aunt Alexandra think makes people "fine folks"?
Who taught Calpurnia to read?
Miss Maudie Atkinson's aunt, Mrs. Burell
Why does Dill think that Boo Radley has never tried to run away from home?
Because he has no place and no friends to go to.
What happens to the alarm clock as the month progresses?
Every day, the alarm rings a little later than the day before
What does Atticus mean when he says "...it's going to be a hot summer."?
People are angry about the court case and may try to hurt the family.
What does Scout think makes "fine folks"?
People who try to do the best with what God gives them.
Why does Calpurnia celebrate her birthday on Christmas?
She doesn't know her real birthday
Which person at Calpurnia's church says the children weren't welcome? Why?
What was wrong with Mrs. Dubose?
She had an addiction she was trying to break before she died.
How does Atticus show real courage?
He takes Tom Robinson's case, even though he knows he won't win.
What does Atticus say when Aunt Alexandra tells him to fire Calpurnia?
She's a member of the family and can stay until she's ready to retire. He couldn't have raised the kids without her help.
What is the name of Calpurnia's church and pastor?
1. First Purchase African M.E. Church
2. Reverend Sykes
When a church member says the children aren't welcome, what does Calpurnia tell that person?
They worship the same God, regardless of their skin color.