Chapter 19
1.) What made Tom visit the Ewell’s house in the first place?
Tom visits the Ewell's house because Mayella invited him in when he was walking by.
2.) Why does Scout think that Mayella Ewell was “the loneliest person in the world”?
Scout thinks that she is the "loneliest person in the world" because she has no one to talk to and can't because of her family reputation.
3.) Describe Mayella’s relationship with her father.
Mayella and her father are disconnected and he doesn't care much about her.
4.) How does Mr. Gilmer’s treatment of Tom contrast with Atticus’ treatment of Mayella in the previous chapter?
Mr. Gilmwrs treats Mayella like she is an angel, and treats Tom like dirt.
5.) What social mistake does Tom make in his testimony?
He said the he felt sorry for Mayella.
6.) Why does Dill become sick?
Dill becomes sick because of the heat.
Chapter 20
1.) Scout says that “Mr. Dolphus Raymond was an evil man”. Is she right?
No, Mr. Raymond is not evil, but he just seems so.
2.) In most states in America people who drink alcohol in public places are required to hide their bottle in a paper bag. Why does Dolphus-Raymond hide Coca-Cola in a bag?
Mr. Raymond keeps his Coca-Cola in a bag to make people think that he is drinking so that they will let him be.
3.) What, according to Atticus, is the thing that Mayella has done wrong?
Yes, she lied and forced Tom to endure hardships.
4.) Explain, in your own words, Atticus’ views on people’s being equal.
Atticus thinks that in court, men are made equal even if they are not outside of the court. No on is truly equal.
Chapter 21
1.) What does Jem expect the verdict to be? Does Atticus think the same? Why?
Jem and Atticsu think that the verdict will be "not guilty" because Atticus did a good job and convinced the jury well.
2.) What is unusual about how long it takes the jury to reach a verdict? Is the verdict predictable or not?
Yes, it usually takes 5 mins just about. It is not predictable because it seemed that the battle was in Atticus' favor.
3.) What does Reverend Sykes instruction to Scout to “stand up” show about his people’s attitude towards Atticus?
This shows that people have changed their opinions on Atticus.
Chapter 22
1.) Although Atticus did not want his children in court, he defends Jem’s right to know what has happened. Explain, in your own words, Atticus’s reasons for this.
He thinks that Jem is old enough to know.
2.) Miss Maudie tells Jem that “things are never as bad as they seem”. What reasons does she give for this view?
Her reasons are that there will always be your friends and every bad thing comes with something good.
Chapter 23
1.) What explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s personal attach and threat?
Atticus had shredded Bob's last bit of credibility and he took his anger out on Atticus, who he believed had ruined his reputation
2.) What is “circumstantial evidence”? What had it got to do with Tom’s conviction?
Circumstantial evidence is evidence that relies on inference and backed up assumptions. In Tom's case, almost all of both sides' argument was made up of circumstantial evidence
3.) What reason does Atticus give about why the jury took so long to convict Tom?
Atticus believe that the time it took to come to a conclusion was due to Mr. Cunningham's indecision
4.) Why does Aunt Alexandra accept that the Cunninghams may be good but are not “our kind of folks”?
She thinks that the Cunninghams are "trash" because they are figuratively below them in the social pyramid.
5.) At the end of this chapter, Jem forms a new theory about why Boo Radley has never left his house in years. What is this theory? How likely is it to be true?
Jem's theory is that Boo stayed inside because the world is cruel.
Chapter 24
1.) Do you think the missionary ladies are sincere in worrying about the “Mrunas” (a tribe in Africa”? Give reasons for your answer.
They are not sincere because they are doing this to look like good people.
2.) What is your opinion of the ladies of Maycomb?
I think that the ladies of Maycomb are just gossipers, but do know quite a lot.
3.) Explain briefly how Tom was killed. What is Atticus’ explanation for Tom’s attempted escape?
Tom was trying to escape prison and was shot 17 times
4.) How, in this chapter, do we see Aunt Alexandra in a new light? How odes Miss Maudie support her?
5.) What shows that Scout has new respect for Aunt Alexandra?
Chapter 25
1.) How does Maycomb react to the news of Tom’s death?
Out of curoisity, Maycomb just likes to gossip about the news of Tom's death or anything interesting to them. They think that the death of a Negro is typical because negroes are considered as low-life trashes to them.
2.) Comment on the idea that Tom’s death was “typical”.
According to the story, it states black people are assumed to be as lazy, unproductive members in society in Maycomb. In the 20th century, negroes and other immigrants always had a rough life transiting with the work flow of lowly jobs
3.) Explain the contrast Scout draws between the court where Tom was tried and “the secret courts of men’s hearts”.
the contrast that Scout draws between the court and "the secret courts of men's hearts" is that while the court appears and acts as a fair trial, in the men's hearts, they are all against Tom Robinson and are unjust.
4.) Why did Jem not want Scout to tell Atticus about Bob Ewell’s at the end of the chapter? Was this a wise thing to ask her to do? Explain why or why not.
Jem not want Scout to tell Atticus about Bob Ewell’s at the end of the chapter because they don't want to worry or burden Atticus on anything else.
Chapter 26
1.) In her lesson on Hitler, Miss Gates says that “we (American people) don’t believe in persecuting anything”. What seems odd to you as the reader about this claim?
This is hypocrisy. Miss Gates is being hypocritical when she finds it not okay for Hitler to persecute Jews, but she finds it okay for her and other people to persecute black people.
2.) Why is Scout so puzzled by Miss Gates’ disapproval of Hitler?
Scout is so puzzled by Miss Gates' disapproval of Hitler because Miss Gatesis okay to oppressed black people, but during school hours, she thinks it is disgusting that Hitler persecuted Jews.
3.) Why does Scout’s questions upset Jem? Is there a simple answer, or any answer, to the question “How can you hate Hitler an’ then turn around an’ be ugly about folks right at home?”
Scout’s questions upset Jem "How can you hate Hitler an' then turn around an' be ugly about folds right at home?", because of the trial. Jem reconsiders that Tom Robinson being treated unfairly, but Jem was showed empathy and sympathy Tom Robinson. Ones does not have any control of other people's actions, so you can only worry about yourself.
Chapter 27
1.) What three things does Bob Ewell do that alarm Aunt Alexandra?Aspects that Bob Ewell does that alarms Alexandra is that Bob Ewell breaks the back door of Judge Taylor's house which had broken in two, Bob Ewell tries to break into Judge Taylor's house, he also verbally approaches Helen Robinson, Bob Ewell also annoys and harasses Helen Robinson, and Bob Ewell's laziness lost his Job. Furthermore, Bob Ewell might come after the Finches.
2.) Why, according to Atticus, does Bob Ewell bear a grudge?
Bob Ewell bear a grudge against anybody who was involved with the case. Bob Ewell can't pick on Tom anymore because he is dead, so he irritates Tom's wife. He thought that the town would congratulate him for putting a black man to jail, but it was the opposite. Bob ewell is still thought to be as a creepy, crazy racist.
Chapter 28
1.) How do the opening pages of this chapter remind us, the reader, of earlier events in the novel?
The introduction had stated somewhat about Jem sustaining injuries, and later in the story, Bob Ewell broke Jem's arm in the elbow.
2.) Scout decides to keep her costume on while walking home. How does this affect her understanding of what happens on the way?
The affect of keeping her costume on results her to be a nuisance to walk or run very well and refrains her from talking/hearing because stuck in the ham costume. When Bob Ewell tries to attack Scout, but Scout is protected by the costume. Therefore, Bob ewell tries to attack another Finch.
3.) Why had Atticus not brought a chair for the man in the corner? Who might this stranger be?
Atticus is just going to give space to the man because the stranger is Boo Radley and he doesn't want to interrupt the man. Boo Radley portects the children by watching them from afar. AS a matter of fact, Scout is still a kid who doesn't know or understand who the man is in the corner.
Chapter 29
1.) What causes the “shiny clean line” on the otherwise “dull wire” of Scout’s costume?
The “shiny clean line” on the otherwise “dull wire” of Scout’s costume was the shiny paint that Mrs. Crenshaw put on Scout's Pork costume.
2.) What explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s attack?
The explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s attack was that he was being brave enough to try to kill children.
3.) What does Heck Tate give as the reason for the attack?
Heck Tatebelieves that Bob Ewell is a mean, cruel, thus, vicious to go after children and have an attempting to take their life.
4.) Why should the reader not be surprised about the identity of the children’s rescuer?
The reason that the reader might not be surprised that Boo was the rescuer is because he was the person who watches and comforts them in all aspects. Boo folded Jem's pants when he intruded their yard, he left Scout and Jem little presents in the tree, and wrapped Scout in a blanket when she was outside and cold. Boo seems like a distant, big brother or a hero to them.
Chapter 30
1.) Who does Atticus think caused Bob Ewell’s death?
Atticus thinks that Jem caused Bob Ewell's death by stabbing him in the dark.
2.) Why does Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewell’s death was self-inflicted?
Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewell’s death was self-inflicted is that he wants to protect Jem from the town and the town's gossip. He doesn't want Jem to go through court and being accused, and protecting Boo Radley. He knows well enough that Boo excludes himself from social gatherings. He is not going to put Boo on the spot of being a hero/murderer because he doesn't want publicity. Furthermore, Heck Tate is protecting Jem and Boo Radley.
3.) Is Heck Tate right to spare Boo the publicity of an inquest? Give reasons for your answer.
Heck Tate is right because he believes he's protecting Boo Radley's privacy and publicity. Heck Tate doesn't want to instigate more rumors and gossip involving him. Shows generosity in protecting Boo and Jem, while he is breaking the law. Risks his job as sheriff by lying about what happened, but he is protecting both Boo Radley and Jem.
Chapter 31
1.) How do the events of the final chapters explain the first sentence in the whole novel?
They explain how Jem broke his arm.
2.) How does Scout make sense of an earlier remark of Atitcus’ as she stands on the Radley porch?
She starts to see things through Boo's perspective.
3.) How much of a surprise is it to find what Boo Radley is really like? Has the story before this point prepared the reader for this discovery?
It is a big surpuse because he is shy, reclusive, and protective. No, it prepared for the opposite.
1.) What made Tom visit the Ewell’s house in the first place?
Tom visits the Ewell's house because Mayella invited him in when he was walking by.
2.) Why does Scout think that Mayella Ewell was “the loneliest person in the world”?
Scout thinks that she is the "loneliest person in the world" because she has no one to talk to and can't because of her family reputation.
3.) Describe Mayella’s relationship with her father.
Mayella and her father are disconnected and he doesn't care much about her.
4.) How does Mr. Gilmer’s treatment of Tom contrast with Atticus’ treatment of Mayella in the previous chapter?
Mr. Gilmwrs treats Mayella like she is an angel, and treats Tom like dirt.
5.) What social mistake does Tom make in his testimony?
He said the he felt sorry for Mayella.
6.) Why does Dill become sick?
Dill becomes sick because of the heat.
Chapter 20
1.) Scout says that “Mr. Dolphus Raymond was an evil man”. Is she right?
No, Mr. Raymond is not evil, but he just seems so.
2.) In most states in America people who drink alcohol in public places are required to hide their bottle in a paper bag. Why does Dolphus-Raymond hide Coca-Cola in a bag?
Mr. Raymond keeps his Coca-Cola in a bag to make people think that he is drinking so that they will let him be.
3.) What, according to Atticus, is the thing that Mayella has done wrong?
Yes, she lied and forced Tom to endure hardships.
4.) Explain, in your own words, Atticus’ views on people’s being equal.
Atticus thinks that in court, men are made equal even if they are not outside of the court. No on is truly equal.
Chapter 21
1.) What does Jem expect the verdict to be? Does Atticus think the same? Why?
Jem and Atticsu think that the verdict will be "not guilty" because Atticus did a good job and convinced the jury well.
2.) What is unusual about how long it takes the jury to reach a verdict? Is the verdict predictable or not?
Yes, it usually takes 5 mins just about. It is not predictable because it seemed that the battle was in Atticus' favor.
3.) What does Reverend Sykes instruction to Scout to “stand up” show about his people’s attitude towards Atticus?
This shows that people have changed their opinions on Atticus.
Chapter 22
1.) Although Atticus did not want his children in court, he defends Jem’s right to know what has happened. Explain, in your own words, Atticus’s reasons for this.
He thinks that Jem is old enough to know.
2.) Miss Maudie tells Jem that “things are never as bad as they seem”. What reasons does she give for this view?
Her reasons are that there will always be your friends and every bad thing comes with something good.
Chapter 23
1.) What explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s personal attach and threat?
Atticus had shredded Bob's last bit of credibility and he took his anger out on Atticus, who he believed had ruined his reputation
2.) What is “circumstantial evidence”? What had it got to do with Tom’s conviction?
Circumstantial evidence is evidence that relies on inference and backed up assumptions. In Tom's case, almost all of both sides' argument was made up of circumstantial evidence
3.) What reason does Atticus give about why the jury took so long to convict Tom?
Atticus believe that the time it took to come to a conclusion was due to Mr. Cunningham's indecision
4.) Why does Aunt Alexandra accept that the Cunninghams may be good but are not “our kind of folks”?
She thinks that the Cunninghams are "trash" because they are figuratively below them in the social pyramid.
5.) At the end of this chapter, Jem forms a new theory about why Boo Radley has never left his house in years. What is this theory? How likely is it to be true?
Jem's theory is that Boo stayed inside because the world is cruel.
Chapter 24
1.) Do you think the missionary ladies are sincere in worrying about the “Mrunas” (a tribe in Africa”? Give reasons for your answer.
They are not sincere because they are doing this to look like good people.
2.) What is your opinion of the ladies of Maycomb?
I think that the ladies of Maycomb are just gossipers, but do know quite a lot.
3.) Explain briefly how Tom was killed. What is Atticus’ explanation for Tom’s attempted escape?
Tom was trying to escape prison and was shot 17 times
4.) How, in this chapter, do we see Aunt Alexandra in a new light? How odes Miss Maudie support her?
5.) What shows that Scout has new respect for Aunt Alexandra?
Chapter 25
1.) How does Maycomb react to the news of Tom’s death?
Out of curoisity, Maycomb just likes to gossip about the news of Tom's death or anything interesting to them. They think that the death of a Negro is typical because negroes are considered as low-life trashes to them.
2.) Comment on the idea that Tom’s death was “typical”.
According to the story, it states black people are assumed to be as lazy, unproductive members in society in Maycomb. In the 20th century, negroes and other immigrants always had a rough life transiting with the work flow of lowly jobs
3.) Explain the contrast Scout draws between the court where Tom was tried and “the secret courts of men’s hearts”.
the contrast that Scout draws between the court and "the secret courts of men's hearts" is that while the court appears and acts as a fair trial, in the men's hearts, they are all against Tom Robinson and are unjust.
4.) Why did Jem not want Scout to tell Atticus about Bob Ewell’s at the end of the chapter? Was this a wise thing to ask her to do? Explain why or why not.
Jem not want Scout to tell Atticus about Bob Ewell’s at the end of the chapter because they don't want to worry or burden Atticus on anything else.
Chapter 26
1.) In her lesson on Hitler, Miss Gates says that “we (American people) don’t believe in persecuting anything”. What seems odd to you as the reader about this claim?
This is hypocrisy. Miss Gates is being hypocritical when she finds it not okay for Hitler to persecute Jews, but she finds it okay for her and other people to persecute black people.
2.) Why is Scout so puzzled by Miss Gates’ disapproval of Hitler?
Scout is so puzzled by Miss Gates' disapproval of Hitler because Miss Gatesis okay to oppressed black people, but during school hours, she thinks it is disgusting that Hitler persecuted Jews.
3.) Why does Scout’s questions upset Jem? Is there a simple answer, or any answer, to the question “How can you hate Hitler an’ then turn around an’ be ugly about folks right at home?”
Scout’s questions upset Jem "How can you hate Hitler an' then turn around an' be ugly about folds right at home?", because of the trial. Jem reconsiders that Tom Robinson being treated unfairly, but Jem was showed empathy and sympathy Tom Robinson. Ones does not have any control of other people's actions, so you can only worry about yourself.
Chapter 27
1.) What three things does Bob Ewell do that alarm Aunt Alexandra?Aspects that Bob Ewell does that alarms Alexandra is that Bob Ewell breaks the back door of Judge Taylor's house which had broken in two, Bob Ewell tries to break into Judge Taylor's house, he also verbally approaches Helen Robinson, Bob Ewell also annoys and harasses Helen Robinson, and Bob Ewell's laziness lost his Job. Furthermore, Bob Ewell might come after the Finches.
2.) Why, according to Atticus, does Bob Ewell bear a grudge?
Bob Ewell bear a grudge against anybody who was involved with the case. Bob Ewell can't pick on Tom anymore because he is dead, so he irritates Tom's wife. He thought that the town would congratulate him for putting a black man to jail, but it was the opposite. Bob ewell is still thought to be as a creepy, crazy racist.
Chapter 28
1.) How do the opening pages of this chapter remind us, the reader, of earlier events in the novel?
The introduction had stated somewhat about Jem sustaining injuries, and later in the story, Bob Ewell broke Jem's arm in the elbow.
2.) Scout decides to keep her costume on while walking home. How does this affect her understanding of what happens on the way?
The affect of keeping her costume on results her to be a nuisance to walk or run very well and refrains her from talking/hearing because stuck in the ham costume. When Bob Ewell tries to attack Scout, but Scout is protected by the costume. Therefore, Bob ewell tries to attack another Finch.
3.) Why had Atticus not brought a chair for the man in the corner? Who might this stranger be?
Atticus is just going to give space to the man because the stranger is Boo Radley and he doesn't want to interrupt the man. Boo Radley portects the children by watching them from afar. AS a matter of fact, Scout is still a kid who doesn't know or understand who the man is in the corner.
Chapter 29
1.) What causes the “shiny clean line” on the otherwise “dull wire” of Scout’s costume?
The “shiny clean line” on the otherwise “dull wire” of Scout’s costume was the shiny paint that Mrs. Crenshaw put on Scout's Pork costume.
2.) What explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s attack?
The explanation does Atticus give for Bob Ewell’s attack was that he was being brave enough to try to kill children.
3.) What does Heck Tate give as the reason for the attack?
Heck Tatebelieves that Bob Ewell is a mean, cruel, thus, vicious to go after children and have an attempting to take their life.
4.) Why should the reader not be surprised about the identity of the children’s rescuer?
The reason that the reader might not be surprised that Boo was the rescuer is because he was the person who watches and comforts them in all aspects. Boo folded Jem's pants when he intruded their yard, he left Scout and Jem little presents in the tree, and wrapped Scout in a blanket when she was outside and cold. Boo seems like a distant, big brother or a hero to them.
Chapter 30
1.) Who does Atticus think caused Bob Ewell’s death?
Atticus thinks that Jem caused Bob Ewell's death by stabbing him in the dark.
2.) Why does Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewell’s death was self-inflicted?
Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewell’s death was self-inflicted is that he wants to protect Jem from the town and the town's gossip. He doesn't want Jem to go through court and being accused, and protecting Boo Radley. He knows well enough that Boo excludes himself from social gatherings. He is not going to put Boo on the spot of being a hero/murderer because he doesn't want publicity. Furthermore, Heck Tate is protecting Jem and Boo Radley.
3.) Is Heck Tate right to spare Boo the publicity of an inquest? Give reasons for your answer.
Heck Tate is right because he believes he's protecting Boo Radley's privacy and publicity. Heck Tate doesn't want to instigate more rumors and gossip involving him. Shows generosity in protecting Boo and Jem, while he is breaking the law. Risks his job as sheriff by lying about what happened, but he is protecting both Boo Radley and Jem.
Chapter 31
1.) How do the events of the final chapters explain the first sentence in the whole novel?
They explain how Jem broke his arm.
2.) How does Scout make sense of an earlier remark of Atitcus’ as she stands on the Radley porch?
She starts to see things through Boo's perspective.
3.) How much of a surprise is it to find what Boo Radley is really like? Has the story before this point prepared the reader for this discovery?
It is a big surpuse because he is shy, reclusive, and protective. No, it prepared for the opposite.