It seems odd that the only important family in Scout 's family would be a man who probably moved to the 13 colonies around the time of the American Revolution. It would make sense that he would be important because he would have been able to make a sizable wealth here during the American Revolution. Maycomb kind of reminds me of our town New Baltimore in Macomb Country. New Baltimore is an old town, but obviously not as run down as Maycomb is made to sound. The similarities between our town and Maycomb really helps my envision Maycomb. The amazing imagery used in this passage really helps paint a picture of the Radley house as this spooky mansion right out of a horror movie. All that is missing is a constant rain cloud over the place. At a She is very strict and very gossipy and later becomes Scout and Jem 's guardian in a way. Despite Maycomb being advanced it is secluded from all other life because of its remote position, this is kind of a trope in most books. The direct characterization of the these families through these "dicta" adds humor to the story while informing us about these families. Atticus 's fierce resolve to make sure Calpurnia feels like a part of the family mirrors his attitude towards his case with Tom Robinson. The description of Atticus 's looks is interesting and stands out in the book for being odd and oddly very helpful in describing what is happening. Boo Radley at this point in the story shifts from a scary phantom to a pitiable man. Dill 's understanding is also shown off at this point in the story. Atticus has an understanding of other people and can predict other people 's actions very precisely as seen by his condescending saying of "Do you really think...?" The sad picture painted of Mrs. Dubose 's house symbolizes the sadness of her life and those her surrounding Atticus 's lack of hiding anything from Calpurnia shows again how he thinks that black people are equals to white people. The gossiping of Mr. Dolphus Raymond behind his back should be a given considering he hangs out with black people for fun., but he is different from everybody else, even Atticus, he has no worry for the need of his honor so he doesn 't care what other say about him. Judge Taylor is such a laid-back judge that it is apparent that judges aren 't need that much in Maycomb for serious matters because he would have been fired by now. Mr. Ewell 's description do nothing for us to help familiarize us with him so we push ourselves further away from him for the better, considering what he has done. The almost horror house that the Ewell 's live in obviously makes us see them as dirty, unkept, unfriendly people. Mr. Ewell 's unlikability is increased with his act to become a victim in this crime painting Atticus as a villain. Again she just like her father is trying to be victimized even though Atticus is looking to help her in a
The biggest example of this is when he takes the Tom Robinson case even though he knows what everyone will think of him and how they will treat him because of taking the case. Many people in Maycomb are racist and very against Atticus defending a black man, even his own family members are against it. Jem and Scout’s cousin Francis states, “I guess it ain’t your fault if Uncle Atticus is a nigger-lover besides, but I’m here to tell you it certainly does mortify the rest of the family.” (Lee 110) Atticus uses these hurtful words as a teachable moment to show his children how to take the criticism and hate with a grain of salt and just let it roll off. He treats everyone in Maycomb equally telling Scout “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view...until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.” (Lee 39) This quote goes to show that Atticus is not racist and doesn't care much about social status, if someone needs a hand he is there to lend them one no matter who they
Atticus is a major influence on Scout’s identity. He tells Scout, “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view” (33). Atticus’s counsel teaches Scout to never judge someone until she is aware of their reasoning. This guidance helps Scout to interact with the people around her. One example of when she used Atticus’s advice is against the lynch mob. She convinces Mr. Cunningham to leave by talking to him about what he cared about. This interaction shows how an individual’s connection to family members affects his judgement and, therefore, his character. In addition, Atticus expands on this advice later in the novel, stating, “The one thing that...
This was a time of racial segregation, where blacks were not permitted to go to the same schools as the whites. They could not sit in the same restaurants, sit in the same part of the courthouse, use the same public restrooms or drink at the same water fountains. Everyone in Maycomb, from children to adults, accused Atticus and his children of being "black lovers." Atticus, with all this turmoil, stayed calm. He taught his children to accept the differences between one human being and another.
Atticus had shown justice and the decision between right and wrong when he was defending Tom in the court house. For example Atticus had said " I am confident that you gentlemen will review without passion the evidence you have heard, come to a decision, and restore this defendant to his family. In the name of god, do your duty" (Lee 274-275). Clearly this example has shown that Atticus is a man that wanted justice and for the truth to prevail. This shows that he only sees Tom as as a defandant and not as...
Atticus is a man integrity and morals. Throughout the novel Atticus is always trying to do the right thing in different situations. First Atticus tried to comfort after she told him about her
Supporting characters are staples in storytelling. They help the main characters grow through teaching lessons or influencing their behavior and help develop the story. In To Kill A Mockingbird, Scout and Jem are largely influenced by minor characters and take something away from each of them. The kids learn to only judge someone based on their actions and not to judge because of rumors through Boo Radley. They learn that there is prejudice and unfairness in the world through the courthouse jury. They learn about true bravery through Mrs.Dubose. These supporting characters play roles that aid in the maturation and understanding of society to not only Jem and Scout, but the reader as well.
Atticus's battle for justice causes more problems for Scout. She is continually defending him but the racist remarks do not stop. These remarks just show how cruel children can be to other children. She feels the need to defend her father to Francis, her cousin. He was also taunting her with accusations: "At a safe distance her called, `He's nothin' but a nigger-lover'." The benign force of racism has disrupted their lives, especially Scouts, through the old fashioned and discriminative opinions of the younger residents of Maycomb.
Another lesson taught by the father, Atticus, is point of view, he says, “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view…until you c...
During a time when black people were thought to be lower than white people, Atticus defended a black man in court. He said to his children, "I'm simply defending a Negrohis name's Tom Robinson," (pg. 75). It required a lot of confidence and caring for Atticus to defend Tom, and the black community knew that Tom did not stand a chance without Atticus' help. They respected him and looked to him as a hero. They showed this when they stood up for him in the courtroom. Reverend Sykes said to Scout in the courtroom, "Miss Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passin," (pg. 211). The entire group of black people who were there stood up for him. Also, the parishioners at Calpurnia's church made Jem and Scout feel welcome when they visited their church. This showed that the black people also respected Atticus' family. If Atticus were just trying his best in a difficult circumstance, then he would not be as respected as he was by the black community. The black people greatly acknowledged the qualities that Atticus displayed by defending Tom and looked to him as a hero because of these qualities.
Children look up to their elders for wisdom and advice. They rely on someone experienced and with authority for guidance on how to live their lives. However, sometimes the people who are accountable for youth mislead them; they may have good intentions, but are not mature enough to exemplify their values and morals, or they simply are ignorant. In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, Aunt Alexandra plays a negative role: she is a proper, southern lady with a strict code of behaviour and etiquette, but is too closed-minded and obstreperous to change her ways or view the world from others’ perspectives. Calpurnia takes on the position of a positive role model by disciplining the children in the Finch household. Miss Maudie takes on the role of a motherly companion, who shares warmth and words of wisdom with Jem and Scout Finch.
The novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, takes place in the 1930s in a small Alabama county called Maycomb. The novel is about the Finch family of three. Atticus, the father, Scout the older brother and Scout the younger sister, who acts like a tomboy. Scout may be a lady, but does not like to act like one, she likes to play and get dirty with her brother. Being young, both children learn lessons throughout the novel by many different residents, such as, Calpurnia, the maid, Miss Maudie, the neighbor, and their father, Atticus. In Harper Lee’s novel To Kill a Mockingbird various citizens in the town of Maycomb play an important role in the lives of Jem and Scout Finch
Towards the end of To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus decides to represent a colored man by the man of Tom Robinson, who is being accused of raping Mayella Ewell, Bob Ewell’s daughter. Atticus believes that Tom is innocent, but he does not think that Tom will be found not guilty because of they way the townsfolk treat colored people. They treat them like dirt; like they are worth nothing. Atticus went ahead and represented Tom despite the fact that he knew the townsfolk would call himself and his children names and treat them disrespectfully. Even Scout’s relative Francis said rude things about them. “‘I guess it ain't your fault if Uncle Atticus is a nigger-lover besides, but I'm here to tell you it certainly does mortify the rest of the family-...’ ‘Just what I said. Grandma says it's bad enough he lets you all run wild, but now he's turned out a nigger-lover we'll never be able to walk the streets of Maycomb agin. He's ruinin' the family, that's what he's doin'.’” Atticus set a good example for Scout and Jem. He had a difficult decision to make, but he chose what he thought was
has raised two kids on his own, he has equal respect for the blacks and whites unlike the rest of the town and is the most trustworthy person you will ever meet. His name is Atticus Finch. Atticus likes to try and keep every thing a secret from his children, for instance he does not like to brag about his skills like shooting a gun when he is needed to kill the rabid dog that is just down the road. Atticus is considered the most trustworthy person in the book because he is always answering questions for Jem and Scout or he is giving them advice. For example, when Scout get's into a fight at school with Cecil Jacobs because Cecil told Scout she was a coward and so was her father because he was a N***** lover and that's all he has ever been, Scout shoved a pencil into his arm and beat him up for it. She was sent to the principal...
Firstly, minor characters break stereotypes to breathe life into the sleepy town of Maycomb, establishing setting. For example, Mr. Dolphus Raymond assumes the character of a drinker as a pretense for associating with coloured people, though in reality he is drinking coca cola and not alcohol, hidden the contents in a paper bag. He confesses this to Scout, saying “Secretly, Miss Finch, I’m not much of a drinker, but you see they could never, never understand that I live like I do because that’s the way I want to live” (Lee 200-201). This proves that what is most outwardly transparent and unlikeable in a character may truly be interesting and good-natured. Mr. Raymond’s secret causes the reader to look past the paper bag and ask why a man might go to such extent to hide his best qualities. It proves that, in Mr. Raymond’s eyes, Maycomb isn’t yet able to handle the truth. He must hide it behin...
...d Lula questions Calpurnia about bringing the children to a “nigger” church. “ I felt Calpurnia’s hand dig into my shoulder. “What you want, Lula?” she asked, in tones I had never heard her use. She spoke quietly, contemptuously. “I wants to know why you bringin‘ white chillun to nigger church.”” (pg. 63) However, all society has someone racist and not racist. Atticus isn't against black people, in fact he treats them like family.