Characters
This character is the narrator of the novel. She tells the story.
Scout
Shy, isolated, never steps foot outside.
Boo Radley
Who puts a blanket around Scout after the fire and leaves gifts in the tree?
Boo Radley
What does DARE mean?
To do something that is brave.
Example: Dill dares Jem to run and touch Boo Radley's house.
Mean man, who lies, drinks too much and hurts others.
Bob Ewell
What eventually happens to Bob Ewell?
He is stabbed with his knife and dies.
What does to DEFEND mean?
Means to help someone.
Example: Atticus defends Tom in court.
What does Jem lose when climbing over Boo Radley's house?
His blue jeans.
What does APOLOGIZE mean?
To say you are sorry.
Example: Scout apologizes to Walter for fighting with him.
Who broke his arm trying to fight off an attacker?
Jem
This character comes to visit his Aunt in Maycomb every summer. A friend to Jem and Scout.
Dill
Who attacks Jem and Scout on the way home from the Halloween party?
Bob Ewell
What is a JURY?
People from the community who are chosen to listen and judge a court case.
An innocent black man who is found guilty in court, then shot and killed by a police officer.
Tom Robinson
What does RACIAL DISCRIMINATION mean?
When you dislike someone because of their skin color.
Which character is compared to a mockingbird? (Hint: He is shy, gentle, and wants to be a friend)
Arthur "Boo" Radley