Plot Points
What is the age difference between Scout and Jem?
4 years
Who is the narrator of TKAM?
Scout Finch
Give an example of the theme of racism in To Kill A Mockingbird.
- The townspeople (or their actions)
- The trial
- Segregation
What does the knothole symbolize?
Friendship, outside connection
What is a verb?
An action
What was the case that inspired the Tom Robinson case?
Scottsboro Boys
What monster is Boo Radley compared to?
A malevolent phantom
Give an example of the theme of prejudice in To Kill A Mockingbird.
- Boo Radley rumors
- Aunt Alexandra gossip
- Scout judging Walter Cunningham for his economic status
What does the mockingbird symbolize?
Innocence
What is a subject?
The noun that performs the verb of a sentence.
What is Jem's punishment for destroying Mrs. Dubose's flower bushes?
Read to her for about a month.
What is Scout's full name?
Jean Louise Finch
Give an example of the theme of growing up in To Kill A Mockingbird.
- Scout learning about being a lady
- Jem learning empathy
- Scout understanding Boo
What do Miss Maudie's azaleas symbolize?
Beauty that upsets the religious
What three components are needed to create an independent clause?
A subject, a verb, a complete thought.
Which four people are called to testify in the Tom Robinson Trial?
Mayella, Bob, Tom, Heck Tate.
Who is the town sheriff?
Heck Tate
Give an example of the theme of loss of innocence in To Kill A Mockingbird.
- Learning that Atticus drinks
- Learning about racism
- Experiencing traumatic events
What does Tim Johnson (the dog) symbolize?
What three components are needed to make a dependent clause?
A subject, a verb, an INcomplete thought
List three items placed in the knothole.
Golden watch, 2 pennies, clay figures, gum, gum pack, Maycomb spelling Bee medal, ball of twine.
Who is responsible for Bob Ewell's death?
Boo Radley
What do Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes symbolize?
Last remainder of Mrs. Dubose's kindness
What is a prepositional phrase?
A phrase that begins with a preposition that modifies a noun or verb of a sentence. Acts as an adjective or adverb.