Chapter 20
Why does Dolphus Raymond pretend to be drunk?
To give townspeople an excuse for his mixed-race family lifestyle
What was unusual about the jury's deliberation?
They took hours instead of minutes - rare for a Black defendant
How did the Black community thank Atticus?
They filled the Finch kitchen with gifts of food
Aridity - what does it describe about Atticus's voice?
Dry and tired, worn out by the town's excuses
Main theme of Chapter 20?
Social Hypocrisy
What is the REAL reason Mayella accused Tom Robinson?
She felt guilt for breaking a social taboo by pursuing a Black man
What told Scout the verdict would be guilty before it was read?
No juror looked at Tom Robinson when they returned
Why did Judge Taylor choose Atticus specifically?
To ensure Tom got a real, fair trial
Use iota in context of the trial
Not an iota of medical evidence existed
What device is the guilty verdict symbolizing killing a mockingbird?
Symbolism
What is the ONLY place Atticus says all men are equal?
A court of law
How did Jem react to the verdict?
His shoulders jerked and he wept in angry disbelief
What did Bob Ewell do to Atticus after the trial?
Spat in his face and threatened to kill him
What does acquit mean?
To find someone not guilty
What theme is shown through Jem's reaction in Ch. 21?
Moral Nature of Man / Conscience vs. Prejudice
What is totally lacking in the case against Tom?
Medical evidence
What did the Black community do as Atticus left the courtroom?
They stood silently in the balcony in respect
What did Miss Maudie mean by baby-step?
The jury debating showed the town slowly moving away from racism
What does tacit mean as used in the novel?
An unspoken agreement that Tom would be found guilty
What metaphor does Miss Maudie use in Ch. 22?
Baby-steps toward progress and justice
How does Atticus end his closing argument?
In the name of God, believe him.
What did Reverend Sykes say to Scout?
Stand up, Miss Jean Louise. Your father's passin'.
What must children learn about the dark side of humanity?
Face reality - racism exists, but don't lose hope
What does temerity describe?
Mayella's boldness in breaking a social code and blaming an innocent man
Overarching theme of all 3 chapters regarding childhood?
Loss of Innocence / Coming of Age