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Grab Bag
100
This character struggles to remember the exact details from the night of the rape. After thinking very hard, he is able to tell Atticus that Mayella had a black eye on her right side.
Who is Heck Tate?
100
What might Tom's trial and death symbolize? Please explain with at least one supporting detail.
What is racism and prejudice? (Explanations may vary).
100

Rewrite this statement so that it is true: "To protect Jem from scandal, Heck Tate claims Bob Ewell fell on his knife."

To protect Boo Radley from attention, Heck Tate claims Bob Ewell fell on his knife.

100

"Identify the speaker. "Let the dead bury the dead, Mr. Finch. Let the dead bury the dead."

Heck Tate. Let this case end here, Mr. Finch. Bob Ewell is responsible for the death of Tom. Now, Bob Ewell is dead. It's time to let everything go.

100

Describe what happened during the scuffle under the Radleys' tree.

Bob Ewell attacked Jem and Scout. Scout couldn't see anything because of her costume. Jem tried to fight off Bob Ewell, but he was forced to the ground and broke his arm. Boo Radley came out to help Jem and Scout, ultimately stabbing Bob Ewell. Then, Boo carried Jem home.

200
This character shows up at the Maycomb County jail to threaten Atticus and Tom Robinson. He seems to be ashamed of himself once Scout begins talking to him and asking him about his son.
Who is Mr. Walter Cunningham?
200
What might the Ladies' Missionary Circle represent or symbolize? Remember, Aunt Alexandra was a member of this organization, and she invited them over for tea.
What is hypocrisy? (Explanations will vary).
200
Atticus had Bob Ewell write his name in court to prove he was illiterate.
Atticus had Bob Ewell write his name in court to prove he was left-handed.
200

"Well, it'd be sort of like shooting a mockingbird, wouldn't it?"


Who says this?  Give nickname and full name.

Scout, Jean Louise Finch.

200

How many women were on the jury?

None.

300
This character has had many children with African American women in Maycomb County. Though he is white, he doesn't get along with the white members of the African American community. He pretends to be drunk to avoid their judgment.
Who is Mr. Dolphus Raymond?
300
What might Boo's gifts to the children represent or symbolize? Remember, he gave them a broken pocket watch, string, two soap dolls, gum, and two lucky pennies.
What is friendship? (explanations will vary)
300

Scout and Jem have permission to attend Tom Robinson's trial.

Atticus does not give Scout and Jem permission to attend Tom Robinson's trial.

300

She fusses at Scout about how she is treating company.

Who?

Why?

Calpurnia because Scout is treating Cunningham, Jr. badly, very disrespectful.

300

Jim Crow Laws

Laws that segregate blacks and whites.

400
This character threatens three characters in the book: Helen Robinson, Judge Taylor, and Atticus Finch. He also spits in Mr. Finch's face. He dies from a stab wound.
Who is Bob Ewell?
400
What might Mrs. Dubose's last camellia to Jem represent or symbolize?
Forgiveness (explanations will vary).
400
Dill makes up stories about his parents because he doesn't have any.
Dill makes up stories about his parents because he thinks they don't love him.
400

"Don't say hey to me you ugly girl."

Who is Ms. Dubose.?

400

What era followed the Stock Market Crash of 1929?

The Great Depression

500

This character is rabid.

Who is Tim Johnson?

500
What or who is the Gray Ghost supposed to symbolize?
Boo Radley (explanations will vary)
500

Scout never fully understands the meaning of "walking in someone else's shoes."

Scout learns the meaning of "walking in someone else's shoes" by the end of the novel after standing on Boo Radley's porch.

500

I'm gonna be a new clown in town.

Who is the kid of the story?

Nick name and full name.

Dill

Charles Baker Harris

500

Who helped Atticus Finch at the jail house?

Mr. Underwood.