Characters
The young girl who also narrates the story - her real name is Jean Louise
Scout
The story takes place in this Alabama town.
Maycomb
Who tells who to crawl around in someone else's skin before they judge someone?
Atticus tells this to Scout
What does Scout get in trouble for on the first day? Name 2.
2. knowing how to write
3. arguing with her teacher about Walter's financial situation
The tree gets filled up with what, ending the children's communication with Boo.
cement
He is a lawyer who will defend Tom Robinson
Atticus
Atticus shoots what and reveals his hidden talents?
a rabid dog
What is the fear of the unknown? (Think of the children's neighbors)
Boo Radley
Who criticizes Atticus' teaching methods?
Scout's teacher - Miss Caroline
Why is it a sin to kill a mockingbird?
They don't harm anything - they just sing for people to enjoy.
The mysterious neighbor who never leaves his house and fascinates the children
Boo Radley
How does Miss Maudie feel about her house burning down?
She is calm and collected - happy because she gets a bigger yard!
Give an example of racial injustice. (THE BIG ONE)
- Tom Robinson's case
What is the Radley dare?
Jem touches the Radley house as part of a dare.
What do the children build that resembles Mr. Avery?
a snowman/mudman
Who is Charles Baker Harris?
Dill
During Miss Maudie's house fire, what gets put on Scout's shoulders and by who?
a blanket and Boo Radley
Why does Atticus take on Tom Robinson's case, even though he knows he will lose? (Name 1 reason)
1. If he didn't, he couldn't hold his head up in town
2. He couldn't represent the county in the legislature
3. He couldn't tell Jem or Scout NOT to do something again
Atticus sits outside the jail to protect this man.
Tom Robinson
Give me an example of prejudice from the book.
- Scout being a girl
- racism towards Tom Robinson
- The town's reactions towards Atticus defending Tom Robinson
- considering families like the Cunninghams "trash" despite their good reputation
This character is known for being strict, religious, and disapproving of Scout’s behavior.
Aunt Alexandria
What do the kids do to try and get a note to Boo Radley?
Put a note on the end of a fishing pole
What is real courage?
Doing something knowing you're "licked", but still fighting through it and doing it anyway.
When do Scout and Jem physically get involved with segregation and with who?
With Calpurnia when she took them to her church.
Name 6 things they found in the knothole.
1. 2 Pennies
2. gum
3. ball of twine
4. pocket watch
5. soap carvings that looked like them
6. Spelling bee medal
7. knife