Characters
Who is the narrator of the story?
Scout Finch
What does the mockingbird symbolize?
Innocence
What event sparks the trial in the story?
The accusation against Tom Robinson
What does the rabid dog symbolize?
The threat of racism
“It’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.” Who says this?
Atticus Finch
What is the profession of Atticus
Lawyer
Which theme addresses racial injustice?
Prejudice
Where does the story take place?
Maycomb, Alabama
What do the children’s air rifles represent?
Loss of
innocence
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” Who is this advice for?
Scout
Who is falsely accused of raping Mayella Ewell?
Tom Robinson
What lesson does Scout learn about empathy?
Understanding others
What does Atticus tell Scout about understanding people?
Walk in their shoes
How is the courthouse significant in the story?
Represents justice
“The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience.” Who states this?
Atticus Finch
Who is a priest at a black community in Maycomb?
Reverend Sykes
How does courage manifest in Atticus Finch?
Defending Tom Robinson
What happens to Tom Robinson at the end of the trial?
He is convicted
What do flowers symbolize in Maycomb?
Hope and beauty amidst despair
“I wanted you to see what real courage is.” Who is Atticus referring to here?
Mrs. Dubose
Who is living with African-American people in his own land and acts drunk coca cola all the time?
Dolphus Raymond
What moral lesson does the trial teach the children?
The flaws in justice
How do Scout and Jem view Boo Radley by the end of the novel?
As a hero
How does the treehouse serve as a symbol for Scout and Jem?
Childhood innocence
“Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy.” What does this mean in context?
Innocent beings should not be harmed