Characters
This character is the moral backbone of the story, serving as a lawyer who defends Tom Robinson.
Who is Atticus Finch?
This theme is portrayed by Atticus who tries to teach this to Jem and Scout.
What is moral growth or empathy?
This event marks the beginning of the novel, as Scout and Jem encounter a mysterious neighbor and begin to tell his story.
What is the introduction of Boo Radley?
This symbol represents innocence and the idea of not harming those who do no harm, often illustrated through the characters of Tom Robinson and Boo Radley.
What is the mockingbird?
This event occurs when Scout and Jem find gifts left in...?
What is finding the items in the knothole?
Known for her tomboyish nature, this character is the narrator of the story and Atticus's daughter.
Who is Scout Finch?
The injustice faced by Tom Robinson highlights this central theme regarding societal discrimination and prejudice.
What is racism or social injustice?
During this pivotal moment, Atticus Finch defends Tom Robinson, who is accused of raping Mayella Ewell. What was this event called?
What is the trial of Tom Robinson?
This event represents the racial injustice present in Maycomb.
What is the courtroom or the trial?
This pivotal event involves a confrontation at the jail.
What is the mob scene at the jail?
This reclusive neighbor is initially feared by the children but ultimately becomes a symbol of kindness and understanding.
Who is Boo Radley?
This theme is illustrated through the children's experiences growing up, as they learn about the harsh realities of their community. They "lose" this.
What is loss of innocence?
This incident occurs when Jem and Scout walk home from the Halloween play.
What is the attack on Jem and Scout?
This symbol embodies the communication between the children and Boo.
What is the Radley tree (with its gifts)?
This moment is when Jem destroys whose camellia flowers?
What is Mrs. Debose
This character represents the community's prejudice and is the prosecutor in Tom Robinson's trial.
Who is Mr. Gilmer?
This is taught to Jem by Mrs. Debose.
What is courage?
This event shows the town’s prejudice while Atticus guards the jail, this event is intended to lynch Tom Robinson.
What is the mob scene at the jail?
This character represents a good man but lives in poverty. This character represents social class.
Who is Mr. Cunningham.
This tragic event occurs when Tom Robinson attempts to do what?
What is Tom Robinson's death and trying to escape jail?
She is the character that accuses Tom Robinson of the crime.
Who is Mayella Ewell
This theme reflects how Scout felt toward Boo Radley at the end of the novel. It came "full circle"
What is empathy or caring for others?
What was the outcome of the trial?
What is the guilty verdict in Tom Robinson's trial?
The children's interactions with this character symbolize the curious minds of children.
Who is Boo Radley?
This climactic event reveals the true nature of Boo Radley.
What is Boo Radley saving Jem and Scout?