Somewhere, I had received the impression that Fine Folks were people who did the best they could with the sense they had, but Aunt Alexandra was of the opinion, obliquely expressed, that the longer a family had been squatting on one patch of land the finer it was. The jury wouldn't look at Tom Robinson. "Imagine Aunty being proud her great-grandaddy could read an' writeladies pick funny things to be proud of." The linin'[] (124) style of singing hymns intrigued Scout in how black people in the south ran their churches. Because Mr. Gilmer is so condescending to Tom. Scout believed that Fine Folks were,people who did the best they could with the sense they had(130). When Atticus went out of town for two weeks, Scout and Jem visited the First Purchase African M.E. 5. I never thought that Harper Lee could have introduced the character to show yet another example of racism that runs though Maycomb County. As Scout was simply a child, the face of innocence, the men were snapped from there trance of hate and malice. Refine any search. However, Scout doesnt entirely believe in these system of judging people, as somewhere (most likely from Atticus) she has learned to judge people by what they do, not who they come from. Atticus thinks that the men are still their friends, just with different racial opinions. Cassie, Are you suggesting reverse discrimination? But, he soon is told the contrary, and the men share Atticus ideas. They all still have a conscience that would not let them do any thing like hat even if they wanted to. To Kill a Mockingbird Reading Guide Part Two: Chapters 13-30 Write in Complete Sentences and make sure your font is a different color than the question. He believes that Jem would be found not guilty due to self defense of himself and Scout. 2.docx from ENGLISH 1290 at Carroll High School, Carroll. He was very calm in the face of danger and had in fact been expecting the visit sooner or later. He cant stand the susspence of what might happen and finally bursts, shouting out to his father The telephone is ringing! (146) in an attempt to break up the mob about Atticus. Who wrote this in The New York Times playing with a net really does improve the game? Harper Lee created the character Dolphus Raymond to show the variety of people that lived in that town. They realized that they were being cruel and disrespectful to Atticus. Atticuss courage was shown when he stood up for Tom Robinson in jail, and even though Atticus was covered by shotgun [the] whole time, (155) he still had the need after the ordeal to [go] over his [with a hankerchief] and blew his nose violently. (155) In words though, her idea in courage is represented in the strength and willingness at which someone will do something for a greater good. Nevertheless, they learned about the Negros that lived in the Quarters, and enjoyed their visit. Scout's definition of "fine folks" is a. people who do the best they can with the sense they have b. how long people squatted on a patch of land c. people who didn't judge one another people who do the best they can with the sense they have Aunt Alexandra's influence shows when a. Dill needed to lie because he did not have one solid home. Why does Atticus insist that Jem face charges if he actually killed Bob Ewell? Aunt Alexandra never fits into Jem and Scout's world. He relies on lies to protect him from the truth that he just gets passed from relative to relative and Miss Rachel keeps him every summer (82). He says that he destroyed Mr. Ewell's credibility at the trial and if Mr. Ewell spitting in his face saved Mayella a beating, he's fine with it. 4.) Harper Lee created Dolpus Raymond to show that people can be different and can seem one way on the outside but be a completely other person on the inside. She believe that the better you can do with what you have, be it a large estate with many workers or a small hut which can barely fit three, the finer you are. Mrs. Dubose displayed courage as when you know youre licked from the start but you start anyway and you see it through no matter what (112). Harper Lee included him as becoming the symbol for racism in the era, and how strong prejuicies were. Scout believes that Fine Folks were people who did the best they could with the sense they had (130). He may not have jumped on the chance to defend him as his lawyer but as a citizen of Maycomb County I believe he would have. She knew that in the process she could have been harmed. Aunt Alexandra betrays here that shes extremely classist and thinks lowly of poor, uneducated people like the Cunninghams, no matter how kind they may be. Donald W. McCullough And that's pretty hard to do late in the week with Sunday coming at us like a speeding freight train. Why were Mexican workers able to find jobs in the Southwest? Scouts recognition that she Calpurnia is a legitimate feminine influence is correct, and moreover, reveals that theres more to Aunt Alexandras explanation than she lets on. He does not have the attention that Scout receives from Atticus or any of his other relatives. 721 Smith Rd. She had the guts to tell a group of fully grown, angry men what she was raised to believe. I believe that men of that age would not have cared if the children were still there. On the first day of school, Scout's teacher, Miss Caroline, insists that Scout stop reading with Atticus so that she can learn "correctly" in school. If not, why does he so often refer to them when he's trying to explain to others why he acts like he does? for a group? Jem laughed. I think that Mr. Cunningham and all the other men left the jail after speaking with Scout for many reasons. I think they if they were never to taken to the church, they wouldnt have learned how close negro people are. He is the sort of person that is calm in most situations and tries not to preoccupy himself. ", "Well, the night of November twenty-one I was comin' in from the woods with a load o'kindlin' and just as I got to the fence I heard Mayella screamin'", "Something crushed the chicken wire around me. Part Two Chapter 13. She learns by the end of the novel to look at the internal. What is similar about the way Alexandra, Calpurna and Scout respond? He was coming around, but Dr. Reynolds put him out again." She, an eight year old girl, stood up against a group of grown men and won. Dill lies mainly to defend himself. Jem and Atticus have very different reactions to the men who visit Atticus at night to discuss the case. For each of the following sentences. 2. When the men come to the house Atticus calmly speaks with them, but then Jem screams out through the window that the phone is ringing simply so Atticus will come back inside. Througout the mass, Scout found herself surprised at the differences. Atticus didnt become nervous or scared or flustered. Aunt Alexandra said. All people came to see the trial take place because everybody was affected by it. Scout and Jem have no idea that Dill is really having family problems at home and he is passed between his siblings to and from often. Its when you know youre licked before you begin but you begin anyways and see it through no matter what (112). Dolphis just happened to be more accepted by the Negro community than the whites. As Scout and the reader will go on to learn, Aunt Alexandra is conservative and racist, suggesting that she probably doesnt view Calpurnia as an appropriate feminine influence for Scout, simply because of the color of her skin. Somewhere along when the Finches were in Egypt one of 'em must have learned a hieroglyphic or two and he taught his boy." Pregntale a tu compaero(a) qu estaban haciendo estas personas ayer a la hora indicada. My students love how organized the handouts are and enjoy tracking the themes as a class., Requesting a new guide requires a free LitCharts account. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. How so, Justin? Jems reaction to the men arriving at his home to speak with Atticus consisted mostly of terror. I think he might also make up stories for himself. Free trial is available to new customers only. My students love how organized the handouts are and enjoy tracking the themes as a class., Requesting a new guide requires a free LitCharts account. Scout believes that Fine Folks were peole who did the best they could with the sense they had.(130) Scout judges peole by their actions not by their past. Your subscription will continue automatically once the free trial period is over. Answers is the place to go to get the answers you need and to ask the questions you want ", "I wanted you to see what real courage isIt's when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what. List three details in chapter 28 that adds to the mounting tension before Jem and Scout are attacked. They didnt pay much attention to him, they stayed gone all the time, and when they were home, even, theyd get off in a room by themselves (143). (119). Right away Scout and Jem thought that they were not welcome here and wanted to get away but when Zeebo stood up for them, they finally felt comfortable. Scout, I've studied this real hard and that's the only reason I can think of. ] was his answer to Scout when asked about the very people who belittle him. This takes true courage when other kids tease her for being a coward and not sticking up for herself. He was to symbolize the peoples choice in society. Her voice rose: "It tears him to pieces. [and] she was the bravest person i ever knew, (112). 7. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Please wait while we process your payment. He knows this is his case and he is not going to back out because of criticism. He watches the entire conversation from inside the house because he is scared for Atticuss sake. When Atticus calls Mayella "ma'am" and "Miss Mayella," she feels: SpringBoard English Language Arts: Grade 10, Vocabulary for Achievement: Fourth Course, Harold Levine, Norman Levine, Robert T. Levine. What is the significance of the actions of the black spectators at the end of the trial? He is also very successful, showing that just because you may have black friends or family, it doesnt mean that you cannot be successful. Neither had an important place in either society. Dill introduce himself as Charles Barker Haris and he can read. he is pround of his accomplishments. I think the biggest example of courage in the book is Atticuss defense of Tom Robinson. Naw, Jem, I think theres just one kind of folks. This duality between the thoughts of Scout the child and Scout the narrator will continue throughout the novel. These children loved their father and were willing to sneak out and endanger themselves to make sure hes alright. Who is the narrator of the novel? Metal ripped on metal and I fell to the ground and rolled as far as I could, floundering to escape. First they decide to leave because they cannot continue their discussion with Atticus if his children are present. He did not give up a case just because every other white human in Maycomb county was telling him that what he was doing was wrong. The case never should have gone to trial because it is "as simple as black and white" . Atticus tries to see the good in people over the bad no matter what situaution. Did you know you can highlight text to take a note? When Jem and Scout visit Calpurnias church for the first time they are caught off guard. Scout listens to her father. 7. To impress Scout after running away from his adoptive father he weaves a long and exciting tale about how he escaped from his adoptive fathers basement where Dill was held captive and got on the train. Where do the Ewells rank in the caste system of Maycomb? He suggests that when men have to make a decision like Toms jury did, particularly when they are influenced by a group, they will fall back on their worst instincts and continue to behave in prejudiced and racist ways. Racism is such a strong influence in the lives of those who live in Maycomb County that everybody becomes involved when a situation happens between people of different races. No son, those [are] our friends,(146), was all he had to say for the situation when confronted by Jem. I believe Harper Lee would define courage as never giving up even when everybody else is against you. Detailed explanations, analysis, and citation info for every important quote on LitCharts. To drag him out into the limelight would be like destroying his innocence. Why do people outside the courthouse object to Atticus defending Tom Robinson? Dolphus showed that not everybody was against black people but that racism still controlled his life because white people did not want to talk to him. Their family heritage. 7) If I was Harper Lee, my idea of courage would be represented in Atticus, and it branches out into Scout and Jem. Harper Lee created the character Dolphus Raymondm in the book to show that there was at least one other family that did not see race as a deciding factor in anything. Why do you think Dolphus Raymond prefers the company of black people? Why does Atticus force Jem to read to Mrs. Dubose? For example, Dolphus Raymond was said to be a town drunk but when he offers Dill a sip of what is in his plastic bag Scout warns Dill to be careful and Dill released the straw and grinned. Teacher Editions with classroom activities for all 1699 titles we cover. 5. I definitely think that is what Aunt Alexandra does which is sad because he does a better job raising them on his own then he does with her help. Ace your assignments with our guide to To Kill a Mockingbird! Like Dolphus Raymond, who had always believed that racism is cruel and should not make a person judge another person by what they look like. I definitely agree with you. When he advanced upon Calpurnia and the children the rest of the present congregation stepped up to help. Throughout the novel, liking fiddle music is code for being poor and provincial. One by one, the congregation came forward and dropped nickels and dimes into a black enameled coffee can (122). What sign of discrimination is evident in the courtroom? 7. By signing up you agree to our terms and privacy policy. Putting his reputation on the line, he is defending this man because he knows its the right thing to do. Atticus hopes this will distract her from her morphine addiction so she can die without the addiction. Major problem: it doesn't involve putting people into neat little categories. His father explained, those were [their] friends (146) and that he had nothing to worry about. What Atticus means is that, the outcome will be the same no matter what, When a group of men appear at the Finches' door to discuss Tom Robinson's trial, why does Jem say, "The telephone's ringing!". Scout, however, never understood her preoccupation with heredity (130) and focused more on people who fought daily to live happily. Tell him he better get used to it because that's how whites treat blacks or other whites who associate with blacks. Scouts definition of fine folks is of people who did the best with the sense they had, However Aunt Alexandras idea of fine folks were the longer a family had been squatting on one patch of land the finer it was, (130) ", "Mr. Finch, I was goin' home as usual that evenin', an' when I passed the Ewell place Miss Mayella were on the porchIt seemed real quiet like. Atticus, on the other hand, seemed to not be the least bit alarmed by this. scout: [verb] to explore an area to obtain information (as about an enemy). Its like a Roman carnival, (159). 6. They do good for the remote tribes of Mrunas but neglect the needs and suffering of the black community in their own town. 1.This experience tought Jem and Scout more about not only Calpurnias life, but about racism when they encountered Lula at the church. Given Aunt Alexandras character, its unlikely that shed ever be this forgiving toward someone from any other family in town. He goes on to say that other people are guiltymeaning Mayella being guilty of breaking a taboo. 3.Scouts views on fine folks differs much from Aunt Alexandras. When they see Raymond they immediately draw conclusions about him. We're sorry, SparkNotes Plus isn't available in your country. Um, Mr. Cunningham standing in Atticuss shoes. Jem becomes extremely angry at her and ruins her flowers by hitting them with a baton. Until my father explained it to me later, I did not understand the subtlety of Toms predicament: he would not have dared strike a white woman under any circumstances and expect to live long, so he took the first opportunity to runa sure sign of guilt. 5.They leave because she was honest and polite. 3. If she couldnt raise her only son correctly, how is she supposed to raise Scout and Jem correctly? Atticus didnt find it necessary to step in simply because they are human (157), and wouldnt do harm onto a child; especially considering that they each have children of their own. Despite all of the differences, Scout and Jem discovered that the preacher was similar to their own but were still mystified by the entire experience. Jem and Scouts confusion (as well as their ability to poke holes in Aunt Alexandras questionable logic) suggests that children have an innate ability to identify prejudice and hypocrisy like this. Tom Robinson was killed. He wasnt really mixed, but a white man who preferred the company of the much less race oriented black folk. There was indeed a caste system in Maycomb, but to my mind it worked this way: the older citizens, the present generation of people who had lived side by side for years and years, were utterly predictable to one another: they took for granted attitudes, character shadings, even gestures, as having been repeated in each generation and refined by time. He's ruinin' the family, that's what he's doin'." Dolphus Raymond is the town drunk. When she is speaking to Mr. Cunningham about Walter she shows him that Atticus was kind to him. Mr. Cunningham and all the other men leave the jail after speaking with Scout because they dont want to get her involved, or worse, hurt her in the process. Nothing can happen to Tom until the appeal process is over. I think by including this character Harper Lee was showing that even in a town like Maycomb there are people besides the Finchs who are blind to color. So many things had happened to us, Boo Radley was the least of our fears. Scout learned to read at a young age thanks to her father, Atticus. She thought, [Calpurnia] has no business bringin white chillun [there] they got their church, we got ourn. He also points out Bob Ewell is left handed! ___, "Fine Folks are Folks who do the best they can with the sense they have.". Aunt Alexandra has her head far in the past, while Scouts is far, almost too far, into the future. I never understood her preoccupation with heredity. What are the disadvantages of shielding a thermometer? She believed in dying free and she wanted to be rid of dependence on Morphine when she died. He was polite to the men even though they came ti tell him news that was going to upset him. What news arrives during Alexandra's afternoon tea? Answer the following questions using specifics from the novel (textual support) to enhance your ideas and respond to three of your classmates comments. What are Jem's rules for contact with Scout during school? 1. This also might make him realze that this wasnt a great example for his son. Zeebo, Calpurnias son, read the hymns to the congregation, line by line, because he was one of bout four folks in First Purchase [that can] read. (124). It's very dark out the night of the pageant In sharp contradiction, Aunt Alexandra is a person who is under the impression that the longer a family had been squatting on one patch of land the finer it was (130). to protect Tom Robinson from angry townspeople. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Complete your free account to request a guide. The Fjords04 Theme. It is easy to tell from this situation that Jem does not ever want anything to happen to Atticus. Maycomb is old, but in the 1930s it was also tired. Jem even screamed Atticus the telephones ringing (146) to get his father away from the gang of men. Find related themes, quotes, symbols, characters, and more. This shows that at this point, shes still a child, and after what she learned during the trial she understands that theres not much that innately divides groups of people. To Kill a Mockingbird Reading Guide Part Two: Chapters 13-30 Write in Complete Sentences and make sure your font is a different The plot and characters are loosely based on . 1. Toward the end of the book, in Chapter 26, Scout is reflecting on how much her life with Jem has changed. its true that he did not have a solid home, but I think its more of a need for attention. What happens on Scout and Jems walk home from the harvest pageant? Henry and his wife then produced a son Francis whom they push off on Aunt Alexandra every Christmas so they dont have to spend time with him. Cant but about four folks in First Purchase readIm one of em.(124). myPerspectives: English Language Arts, Grade 7, Glencoe Language Arts: Grammar and Language Workbook, Grade 9, Vocabulary for Achievement: Fourth Course. She wants Scout to become a lady and stop acting like a tomboy. In the end Dolphus may surprise the Finch children and they may learn a lesson about judgement and stereotypes. They came face to face with the truth behind how some black people felt about white people. An example of Lee trying to show this was in chapter 15 of the novel when Scout stands up for her father no matter what danger it may put her and her family in. One of the reasons was that Scout proved that Atticus was not being mean to them and he actually tried to help them on this case. When they first arrive to the church Scout notices the cemetery that is outlined with brightly colored glass and broken Coca-Cola bottles It [is] a happy cemetery (118). They were usually at odds with each other. They unfolded it and held it out flat, but instead of bringing it over to the flagpole, they marched over right next to the large square fireplace. Thanks for creating a SparkNotes account! Contrast Jems reaction to that of his fathers about themen who visit Atticuss house. Scout believes fine folks to be fine because of their work ethic and their fortitude but Aunt Alexandra believes fine folks are base on heredity. Reverend of the African church that Tom Robinson was a member of. tus abuelos / 9:00 de la maana. He beleives that telling the truth about his family situation wil affect his relations with Finch children. Historical Context Essay: The Scottsboro Boys Trials, Literary Context Essay: To Kill a Mockingbird & The Southern Gothic Tradition. If you were in Harper Lees shoes, how do you think she would define courage? (14.28). The children learned that fairness is never guaranteed in life. What are the advantages of craft scissors? Atticus did not turn his back on Tom Robinson, even when he was going to be attacked by a mob. Aunt Alexandra focuses on the monetary and social while Scout The difference between Atticus in Jem is that one is wiser with years and knows what worth fighting for and what is not, but Jem is too young to understand those ideas. Refers mainly to her tongue and talk but also her different ways of living which have never been exposed before to Scout and Jem. How does her understanding differ fom that of Aunt Alexandras. I think this is how she would define courage because this is how she portrays Atticus> She says that he is the same in is house as he is on public streets(46) I think this shows her idea of true courage because Atticus has the courage to be himself and stick to his values no matter where he is. (10.6). Continue to start your free trial. I would describe Sout and Jems visit to Calpurnias church as hectic. 5. "Aunty," Jem spoke up, "Atticus says you can choose your friends but you sho' can't choose your family, an' they're still kin to you no matter whether you acknowledge 'em or not, and it makes you look right silly when you don't. I think that as time goes by he will grow from his lying phase, only to replace it with another undesirable habit soon after. Here are the notes on the trip. Aunt Alexandra's idea of family is exclusive (kick out those who aren't worthy of being counted in), while Atticus's is inclusive. I think that Dill lies only to the Finches and their neghborhood because they may be the only good friends that he has and he does not want to ruin their relationship by telling the truth to them. He gets passed from relative to relative (82) which also shows he is not as likely to have people to genuinley care for him. Find another example of foreshadowing at the end of chapter 27. "Atticus told me one time that most of this Old Family stuff's foolishness because everybody's family's just as old as everybody else's. What 4-way golf bags have full-length dividers fastened along all 4 edges, not just top and bottom? Cite examples from chapter 23 that demonstrate Jem's continuing maturity. Who says this? It was simply what had to happen, and in the end t the US Justice system would work its magic from which point they would have to except the results, be they good or bad. 7.If I were in Harper Lees shoes, i would define courage as, when you know youre liked before you begin buy you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what(120). Atticus's and Aunt Alexandra's opinions might appear to have switched up a littleAtticus, as Jem quotes him, says that family is something you can't help, while Aunt Alexandra comes down on the side of choice. 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