Chapter 1
1.) What do you learn about Maycomb, Atticus Finch and his family?
Maycomb is a small, farming town located in Alabama which everyone knows each other. Maycomb discriminates the race of black people.Atticus Finch has been the only town lawyer, and father of Scouts and Jem. Became widower when wife died of a heart attack. Atticus and Scout & Jem have an awkward relationship, for longing for their mother which makes them feel apart. Calpurnia is their black, maid servant. Respect her for being a maternal figure.
2.) What do you learn about Dill’s character?
Dill can be described as a hobbit compared to Scout. He has the ability to read and write, and also he's know for his immature and obnoxious attitude. Lives in Meridian, Mississippi, but visits Alabama for the summer.
3.) What, briefly, has happened to Arthur “Boo” Radley?
Aurther "Boo" Radley has gotten mixed up with the wrong people. Instead of being sentenced in jail, he was imprisoned in a basement t for fifteen years. He has been chained to his bed, for he stabbed his dad on the thigh with scissors, he is mentally psychotic, and rumored he stares at people's windows at night. For his sake, his brother is taking care of him.
4.) Why does the Radley place fascinate Scout, Jem and Dill?
Radley's place fascinates Scout, Jem, and Dill because out of curiosity. Boo's house is like amusing haunted house to them. Has all the characteristics too: windows are boarded up and a creepy man that is chained is living in the basement
5.) What do you notice about the narrative voice and viewpoint of the novel?
The narrative voice of the novel is Scout's perspective as she is reflecting on her childhood as a child.
Maycomb is a small, farming town located in Alabama which everyone knows each other. Maycomb discriminates the race of black people.Atticus Finch has been the only town lawyer, and father of Scouts and Jem. Became widower when wife died of a heart attack. Atticus and Scout & Jem have an awkward relationship, for longing for their mother which makes them feel apart. Calpurnia is their black, maid servant. Respect her for being a maternal figure.
2.) What do you learn about Dill’s character?
Dill can be described as a hobbit compared to Scout. He has the ability to read and write, and also he's know for his immature and obnoxious attitude. Lives in Meridian, Mississippi, but visits Alabama for the summer.
3.) What, briefly, has happened to Arthur “Boo” Radley?
Aurther "Boo" Radley has gotten mixed up with the wrong people. Instead of being sentenced in jail, he was imprisoned in a basement t for fifteen years. He has been chained to his bed, for he stabbed his dad on the thigh with scissors, he is mentally psychotic, and rumored he stares at people's windows at night. For his sake, his brother is taking care of him.
4.) Why does the Radley place fascinate Scout, Jem and Dill?
Radley's place fascinates Scout, Jem, and Dill because out of curiosity. Boo's house is like amusing haunted house to them. Has all the characteristics too: windows are boarded up and a creepy man that is chained is living in the basement
5.) What do you notice about the narrative voice and viewpoint of the novel?
The narrative voice of the novel is Scout's perspective as she is reflecting on her childhood as a child.
Chapter 2
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Chapter 3
1.) Who is Calpurnia?
Calpurnia is the maternal figure of the household, but she's a maid who cooks and cleans. In fact, she is what you would call the "mom" because she her being a maid is really what a mom does in the house. Calpurnia is one of the main member of the family.
2.) What is Walter Cunningham like? What does his behavior during lunch suggest about his home life?
Walter Cunningham cannot accommodates himself of lunch for he's poor, but he' s prideful of his country. Walter would go to Scout and Jem's house for lunch, instead of the lunch tables though. This suggests Walter Cunningham lives outside of a house, and he's knowledgeable in the outdoors which makes him a outdoors men.
3.) How does Atticus treat Walter? What does this show about Atticus’ character? What does it show about Walter?
Atticus treats Walter like he does with anyone else; a calm, civilized person who shows respect. Atticus would even have a formal conversation with him. Defends Walter of his weird habits against Scout;furthermore, he respects everyone as a individual. Atticus' character makes him understand all people because of his tolerance.
4.) Contrast the difference in the way Jem and Scout treat Walter. What does this show about the difference between Jem and Scout at this point in the novel?
Jem stands up for Walter, for his generous personality. On the other hand, Scout doesn't show respect for Walter because of his outdoor traits possibly. Also importantly, Walter gets beaten by Scout of the incident at school.
5.) Atticus says that you never really understand a person “until you climb into his skin and walk around in it”. What does this mean? Is it an easy thing for Scout to learn? Why or why not?
Atticus says that you never really understand a person “until you climb into his skin and walk around in it" means you have to be understandable or know that person for a long period of time to know them. Also importantly, you have to understand what the person has gone through lately. It's not a necessarily an easy task for Scout to understand because children assume that everyone is the same and do not try to distinct each other by race or color.
6.) What do you learn in this chapter about the Ewells?
I learned in this chapter about the Ewells is "the Ewells had been the disgrace of Maycomb for three generations." (Page 40) According to the text, they are described as they have lived like animals." (Page 40) Ewells are basically poor, country folk who do not follow the rules. Burris Ewell goes to school only for the first day, and his irresponsible father spend his money getting drunk off of liquor.
Calpurnia is the maternal figure of the household, but she's a maid who cooks and cleans. In fact, she is what you would call the "mom" because she her being a maid is really what a mom does in the house. Calpurnia is one of the main member of the family.
2.) What is Walter Cunningham like? What does his behavior during lunch suggest about his home life?
Walter Cunningham cannot accommodates himself of lunch for he's poor, but he' s prideful of his country. Walter would go to Scout and Jem's house for lunch, instead of the lunch tables though. This suggests Walter Cunningham lives outside of a house, and he's knowledgeable in the outdoors which makes him a outdoors men.
3.) How does Atticus treat Walter? What does this show about Atticus’ character? What does it show about Walter?
Atticus treats Walter like he does with anyone else; a calm, civilized person who shows respect. Atticus would even have a formal conversation with him. Defends Walter of his weird habits against Scout;furthermore, he respects everyone as a individual. Atticus' character makes him understand all people because of his tolerance.
4.) Contrast the difference in the way Jem and Scout treat Walter. What does this show about the difference between Jem and Scout at this point in the novel?
Jem stands up for Walter, for his generous personality. On the other hand, Scout doesn't show respect for Walter because of his outdoor traits possibly. Also importantly, Walter gets beaten by Scout of the incident at school.
5.) Atticus says that you never really understand a person “until you climb into his skin and walk around in it”. What does this mean? Is it an easy thing for Scout to learn? Why or why not?
Atticus says that you never really understand a person “until you climb into his skin and walk around in it" means you have to be understandable or know that person for a long period of time to know them. Also importantly, you have to understand what the person has gone through lately. It's not a necessarily an easy task for Scout to understand because children assume that everyone is the same and do not try to distinct each other by race or color.
6.) What do you learn in this chapter about the Ewells?
I learned in this chapter about the Ewells is "the Ewells had been the disgrace of Maycomb for three generations." (Page 40) According to the text, they are described as they have lived like animals." (Page 40) Ewells are basically poor, country folk who do not follow the rules. Burris Ewell goes to school only for the first day, and his irresponsible father spend his money getting drunk off of liquor.
Chapter 4
1.) What does Scout think of current fashions in education?
Scout thinks she hasn't learned anything since they are coloring paper. Furthermore, since she hasn't learned anything; she is bored out of her mind. Scout thinks that school is a waste of time, or only to be a daycare to be looked after. She does most of her learning at her home; being taught by Atticus, Jem, and Calpurnia. Also importantly, she is able to read the Time Magazine.
2.) What characteristics of children are revealed through the Boo Radley game?
The children's characteristic are revealed during the game that they are aware of their actions and what they are saying. Children are actually knowledgeable somewhat and remember everything. Children mimic the higher age group of adults and play as if they're them or mock them. Meaning Children like to play games that to pretending you're someone older. Conscience is not nearly formed, and can't explain right from wrong. Maybe, they do understand between right and wrong but choose to ignore it.
3.) Why doesn't Scout enjoy the games as much as the boys do?
Scout does not enjoy the game as much as the boys do because they are giving the boring part. She has a sense of fear about Boo Radley or someone else finds out they're playing that game.
4.) What might be the cause of the laughter from inside the house?
Cause of the laughter from inside the house is from no one other than Boo Radley. There are possibilities that Boo Radley's just a psychopath, Boo is watching them and laughed at them, or maybe it's just her imagination that Boo Radley is laughing.
Scout thinks she hasn't learned anything since they are coloring paper. Furthermore, since she hasn't learned anything; she is bored out of her mind. Scout thinks that school is a waste of time, or only to be a daycare to be looked after. She does most of her learning at her home; being taught by Atticus, Jem, and Calpurnia. Also importantly, she is able to read the Time Magazine.
2.) What characteristics of children are revealed through the Boo Radley game?
The children's characteristic are revealed during the game that they are aware of their actions and what they are saying. Children are actually knowledgeable somewhat and remember everything. Children mimic the higher age group of adults and play as if they're them or mock them. Meaning Children like to play games that to pretending you're someone older. Conscience is not nearly formed, and can't explain right from wrong. Maybe, they do understand between right and wrong but choose to ignore it.
3.) Why doesn't Scout enjoy the games as much as the boys do?
Scout does not enjoy the game as much as the boys do because they are giving the boring part. She has a sense of fear about Boo Radley or someone else finds out they're playing that game.
4.) What might be the cause of the laughter from inside the house?
Cause of the laughter from inside the house is from no one other than Boo Radley. There are possibilities that Boo Radley's just a psychopath, Boo is watching them and laughed at them, or maybe it's just her imagination that Boo Radley is laughing.
Chapter 5
1.) Describe Miss Maudie Atkinson. What do the children think of her?
Miss Muadie is seen as a friend to the children, the children trust her, and she's the one who bakes the best cakes. Miss Maudie is a widow who specializes in baptizing other people. Miss Maudie hates her house for some reason. Jack Finch repetitively asks her to marry him, but she always rejects him. Miss Maudie prefers to call Boo by "Arthur" a a sign of respect
2.) What purpose do you think Miss Maudie’s character plays in the novel?
Miss Maudie plays the role model for Scout in the novel.She drills in manners, morality, and ethic to the children. Miss Maudie babysits when Calpurnia and Atticus are elsewhere.
3.) What does Miss Maudie tell Scout about Boo? (provide a quote) How does this compare with what Scout already believes?
According to the text, Miss Maudie tells Scout that Boo's real name and later says he's alive, "His name's Arthur and he's alive."(Page 57) Also importantly, she also explains how she is a footwashing-baptist, "3/4 colored folks, 1/4 Miss Stephanie Crawford."
4.) What reasons does Atticus give for the children not to play the Boo Radley game? Do you think he is right? Why or why not?
Atticus wants them to stop the constant tormenting to Mr. Radley, and to stay away from the house only if they are invited. Atticus is right because he is the authoritative figure of the house, an should leave Mr. Radley alone.
Miss Muadie is seen as a friend to the children, the children trust her, and she's the one who bakes the best cakes. Miss Maudie is a widow who specializes in baptizing other people. Miss Maudie hates her house for some reason. Jack Finch repetitively asks her to marry him, but she always rejects him. Miss Maudie prefers to call Boo by "Arthur" a a sign of respect
2.) What purpose do you think Miss Maudie’s character plays in the novel?
Miss Maudie plays the role model for Scout in the novel.She drills in manners, morality, and ethic to the children. Miss Maudie babysits when Calpurnia and Atticus are elsewhere.
3.) What does Miss Maudie tell Scout about Boo? (provide a quote) How does this compare with what Scout already believes?
According to the text, Miss Maudie tells Scout that Boo's real name and later says he's alive, "His name's Arthur and he's alive."(Page 57) Also importantly, she also explains how she is a footwashing-baptist, "3/4 colored folks, 1/4 Miss Stephanie Crawford."
4.) What reasons does Atticus give for the children not to play the Boo Radley game? Do you think he is right? Why or why not?
Atticus wants them to stop the constant tormenting to Mr. Radley, and to stay away from the house only if they are invited. Atticus is right because he is the authoritative figure of the house, an should leave Mr. Radley alone.
Chapter 6
1.) Why does Scout disapprove of Jem and Dill’s plan of looking in one of the Radley’s windows?
Scout disapproves of Jem and dill's plan of looking through Radley's window for the fact they might get in trouble and she is terrified of him.
2.) What does Mr. Nathan know about the intruders in his garden? Why does Miss Stephanie refer to a “negro” over whose head Mr. Nathan has fired?
Mr. Nathan knows about the intruder is a black person who shot a bullet into the air to frighten him, and Miss Stephanie refers to a "negro" as the race who steals.
3.) Why does Dill’s explanation of dress almost land him in trouble?
They were playing a graphic game called strip poker, a game that allows them to gamble with each other and doing inappropriate stuff. Jem and Dill are covering for each other because if someone cracks, then everyone is receiving the consequences and ruining their friendship.
Scout disapproves of Jem and dill's plan of looking through Radley's window for the fact they might get in trouble and she is terrified of him.
2.) What does Mr. Nathan know about the intruders in his garden? Why does Miss Stephanie refer to a “negro” over whose head Mr. Nathan has fired?
Mr. Nathan knows about the intruder is a black person who shot a bullet into the air to frighten him, and Miss Stephanie refers to a "negro" as the race who steals.
3.) Why does Dill’s explanation of dress almost land him in trouble?
They were playing a graphic game called strip poker, a game that allows them to gamble with each other and doing inappropriate stuff. Jem and Dill are covering for each other because if someone cracks, then everyone is receiving the consequences and ruining their friendship.
Chapter 7
1.) When Jem tells Scout about getting his trousers back, he tells her of something strange. What is this?
Jems tells to Scout of getting his trousers back on the garden floor ad torn up, the shorts were folded neatly and been mended together, as if someone knew that the person was just looking for his pants.
2.) Can you find any evidence that Jem is beginning to understand more than Scout about Boo Radley?
Jem sits on the porch, figuring out the current situation. Jem thinks to himself Boo is somehow trying to communicate with him, and also understanding that Boo who wants to write him a letter. Nathan Radley clogs up the tree, telling that the tree is dying, but Attius said the tree was healthy and green.
3.) Does Jem still fear the gifts in the tree? Give reasons for your answer.
Jem doesn't necessarily fear them but wants to retrieve the gifts because that's how Boo Radley is contacting him. He knows that Boo Radley is sending him gifts because he was given them the Soap figurines that Boo made.
4.) When the children plan to send a letter to the person who leaves the gifts, they are prevented. How does this happen? Why does it, and why might he do so?
Nathan Radley had blocked the hole to prevent Boo's communication with them. HE thinks this is a way of proteecting th children from Boo or the other way around. Wants to keep Boo contained and not outside of sily rumors.
Jems tells to Scout of getting his trousers back on the garden floor ad torn up, the shorts were folded neatly and been mended together, as if someone knew that the person was just looking for his pants.
2.) Can you find any evidence that Jem is beginning to understand more than Scout about Boo Radley?
Jem sits on the porch, figuring out the current situation. Jem thinks to himself Boo is somehow trying to communicate with him, and also understanding that Boo who wants to write him a letter. Nathan Radley clogs up the tree, telling that the tree is dying, but Attius said the tree was healthy and green.
3.) Does Jem still fear the gifts in the tree? Give reasons for your answer.
Jem doesn't necessarily fear them but wants to retrieve the gifts because that's how Boo Radley is contacting him. He knows that Boo Radley is sending him gifts because he was given them the Soap figurines that Boo made.
4.) When the children plan to send a letter to the person who leaves the gifts, they are prevented. How does this happen? Why does it, and why might he do so?
Nathan Radley had blocked the hole to prevent Boo's communication with them. HE thinks this is a way of proteecting th children from Boo or the other way around. Wants to keep Boo contained and not outside of sily rumors.