Vocab/Chapter 16
Who was up first on the witness stand?
Mr. Heck Tate
What is the woman's name that was raped?
Mayella Ewell
According to Mr. Tate, which of Mayella's eyes were bruised?
Where do the black people sit during the trial compared to Scout?
Behind Her
What does the Jury notice about Bob Ewell when he writes his name?
He is left-handed.
He stood in the middle isle quelling the packed courtroom.
to put an end to a disorder/disruption
Where do the Ewells live and what is their home like?
Behind the dump; it was once an N cabin; etc.
What was the date when the rape occured?
November 21
How does Scout view how her father and Mr. Gilmer argue?
They argue in a professional manner.
Why didn't Mr. Ewell call the doctor? What did he say?
There was no need.
What is a gavel and what is its purpose?
"hammer" that a judge uses to take control of the courtroom
What question did Bob Ewell say "yes" to witnessing?
He saw Tom R. having sexual intercourse with Mayella.
Who is Mr. Gilmer? From where?
What did Mr. Tate wear to the trial? What does he normally wear?
Bussiness suit; lumber jacket and high boots
Who are the in-betweens?
Half-white and half-black people. OR mixed
Give 2 examples of Judge Taylor’s informalities.
props feet on desk, cleans fingernails, and dozing off
How old does Scout think Judge Taylor is? Why?
She thinks he is 70 because he does not kiss his wife.
What happened when Jusge Taylor called Bob Ewell to the stand?
His neck and face turned red.
How did Bob Ewell describe Mayella's scream?
Like a stuck hog
What was the request for Judge Taylor? Did he listen?
To clear the courtroom of women and children. He did not listen.
What is the Idlers’ Club?
Group of old men that constantly attend courthouse business. They are intelligent.
What does Bob Ewell say when asked about his daughter? What does this show about Bob?
He said her mother's dead, I cannot do anything about it now. He is not taking the trial seriously/professionally.
What does Judge Taylor make clear after Bob Ewell's unprofessional response?
There will be no more obscene speculations for as long as I am sitting here.
What does Reverend Skyes want Jem to do with Scout and Dill? What does Scout say? What does Jem say back to Scout?
Reverend Skyes wants Jem to take Dill and Scout home. Scout says “make me” and Jem says to R.S. that it is okay because she does not understand what is going on.
Who is Mr. Raymond? Name at least 2 things about him.
He is a white man who drinks a lot, prefers to be around black people, etc.