Chapter 15 (pt.1)
Who came to Atticus's door?
Sherrif Heck Tate and a group of other men
Why do a group of men talk to Atticus at his house?
To protect Tom from a lynching mob
Who does Scout recognize at the jailhouse?
Mr. Cunningham
Is Alexandra upset that the kids snuck out?
Yes
Whats the main interest of the Idlers club?
Sitting on benches and criticizing the court
Why does Atticus go to the jail in the first place?
He goes to visit Tom and ensure his safety, even knowing the potential danger.
What do Jem and Scout decide to do after their father leaves the house?
They sneak out because they are worried about their fathers safety.
Why did the mob tell Atticus to leave?
They want to hurt/kill Tom.
What surprising news does Atticus bring up at the breakfast table?
Mr.Underwood, a known racist, was watching the mob from his window with a shotgun.
Where do Jem and Scout watch the trial?
Up in the balcony with colored people
How do Scout and Jem react to the situation?
They initially follow Atticus, and Scout tries to distract the men with a conversation about Walter Cunningham.
After the men leave, Jem says what he's scared of. What is Jem worried about?
He's worried that Atticus might become a target for the KKK or a lynching mob.
Most likely, why were all the lights off at the jailhouse, except the one that Atticus brought?
To make it seem like there was nobody there
Why does Scout cry in the beginning of this chapter?
She realized how dangerous the mob could've been
Why does Maudie Atkinson refuse to go to the trial?
She believes it's morbid to watch someone on trial for their life, especially given the blatant injustice of the situation.
What does Scout's conversation with Walter Cunningham accomplish?
It temporarily defuses the tension and prevents the mob from taking action.
Who said they "Just got this feeling" that the men at the door were going to hurt Atticus?
Jem
What is the name of the lynching mob that wants to hurt Tom?
Old Sarum Boys
What does Scout learn about mob mentality?
If you can convince one member of the mob to change, you can convince the whole group
According to Atticus, who should make up the police force?
Children
How does Atticus react to Scout's actions?
He is touched by her attempt to protect Tom and understand the mob's mindset.
What does this chapter reveal about the themes of racism and prejudice?
It highlights the deep-seated prejudice and fear in Maycomb, where the mob's actions are motivated by racial bias.
How do the men know Mr.Tate won't be coming to help Atticus
They sent him on a snipe hunt (A false errand)
What does the structure of the courthouse tell us about maycomb?
The courthouse is segregated. This shows that the town is racist.
What does Scout see that makes her upset?
Atticus standing alone in the street