Characters
This family lives by the town dump. They are poor, and have a low social status in Maycomb.
The Ewells
Pacify
To appease or calm down.
Jem and Scout begin to realize the world isn't always a good place. Which theme does this display?
Growing up
How many times was Tom Robinson shot trying to escape prison?
Seventeen
"Shoot all the blue jays you want, if you can hit ‘em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
Atticus Finch
This character is a black man who has been accused of assaulting a white woman.
Tom Robinson
Turbulent
Unstable/chaotic.
Atticus is defending a black man even though he knows it will damage his family's reputation. Which theme does this display?
Bravery
Why does Aunt Alexandra come to live with the Finches?
To teach Scout how to be a lady/to teach the kids how to behave properly.
"Do snakes grunt?"
Scout/Jean Louis Finch
This character's real name is Charles Baker Harris.
Dill
Scrutiny
Examination/inspection.
Maycomb is a Southern town where white people are treated better socially and economically. Which theme does this display?
Racism/prejudice
How does Jem break his arm?
Bob Ewell tries to attack Scout and Jem
"I can't say I approve of everything he does".
Aunt Alexandra
This character is the town recluse.
Boo Radley
Braggart
Someone who brags or boasts.
Tom Robinson is killed even though he was innocent. The sheriff protects Boo Radley from legal scrutiny after his altercation with Bob Ewell. Which theme do these characters display?
It's a sin to harm something innocent.
How long did it take the jury to find Tom Robinson guilty?
One hour
"You ain't got not business bringin' white chillun here- they got their church, we got our'n. It is our church, ain't it, Miss Cal?"
Lula
This character is the sheriff of Maycomb county.
Heck Tate
Alluvial
Soil that is rich with alluvium and deposits.
Atticus believes it is important that Scout and Jem attend school. In Maycomb, being able to read/write has a lot to do with social status. Which theme does this display?
Education/literacy.
Who was the first witness called to the stand during the Tom vs Mayella trial?
Heck Tate
"I know every last one of yous in there a-layin on the floor! Now here me Bob Ewell: if I hear one more peep outta my girl Helen about not bein' able to walk this road I'll have you in jail before sundown!"
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