To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 1 Flashcards

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Who is the narrator of the novel?

Scout

What type of narration is used?

1st person perspective

What does the narrator reveal about her family history in the first several pages?

She has an ancestor named Simon who settled in Alabama and didn't have a lot of money.

How does the narrator describe the town of Maycomb?

Small, boring, rundown, with simple people trying to live a simple life. Signup and view all the answers

What indicates that most of the townspeople are poor?

The overall rundown appearance of the town and the difficult lives of its residents. Signup and view all the answers

How do Scout and Jem feel about their father?

They have a friendship with him and call him Atticus, not father, as he is kind of distant. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Scout and Jem's mother?

She died from a heart attack when they were young. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Calpurnia?

The family maid and cook. Signup and view all the answers

How does Scout describe Calpurnia?

She is strict and always wins the battles. Signup and view all the answers

How do Jem and Scout meet Dill?

Dill was visiting his aunt next door. Signup and view all the answers

How does Scout describe Dill?

Very creative and had good ideas. Signup and view all the answers

Describe some of the rumors surrounding the Radley house and its inhabitant.

He hasn't been seen in 15 years and stabbed his dad in the leg with scissors in the past. Signup and view all the answers

What is frightening to the children about the Radley house?

The house was old, rundown, and creepy. Signup and view all the answers

What lives in the house, according to Scout?

Scout thought the house was haunted. Signup and view all the answers

Briefly summarize what happened to the Radley family.

Boo got into a bad crowd in school and got in trouble when he locked a court officer in the outhouse. Signup and view all the answers

How did the townspeople feel about the Radley family?

They viewed Mr. Radley as not a nice man. Signup and view all the answers

How did they view Mr. Radley in particular?

He went to town each day and never spoke to anyone. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jem describe Boo Radley?

Boo is 6 and a half feet tall, has a scar across his face, blood-stained hands, and yellow teeth and eyes. Signup and view all the answers

On what dramatic note does the chapter end?

Jem ran and touched the Radley house, and maybe they saw something moving in the house. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Narration and Perspective

Scout Finch serves as the first-person narrator, providing a personal perspective on events and characters.

Family Background

Scout reveals that her ancestor Simon Finch settled in Alabama with limited financial resources, establishing the family's history in the area.

Setting of Maycomb

Maycomb, Alabama is depicted as a small, unexciting town in the 1930s, characterized by its rundown appearance and a populace struggling through the Great Depression.

Relationship with Atticus

Scout and Jem share a friendship with their father, Atticus Finch, who maintains a distant demeanor, leading them to address him by his first name rather than "father."

Early Loss

The children lost their mother to a heart attack during their early childhood, contributing to their close-knit family dynamic.

Calpurnia's Role

Calpurnia is introduced as the strict family maid and cook, who often enforces discipline in the Finch household.

Introduction of Dill

Dill arrives in Maycomb to visit his aunt and befriends Scout and Jem, described as imaginative and inventive by Scout.

Rumors of the Radley House

The mysterious Radley house is surrounded by rumors; Boo Radley is characterized as a reclusive figure who has not been seen in years, with a troubled past hinted through exaggerated stories.

Perceptions of the Radley House

The Radley house evokes fear in the children due to its decrepit state, with Scout believing it to be haunted.

Boo Radley's History

Boo Radley had a troubled youth, including an incident where he locked a court officer in an outhouse, shaping public perception of the family.

Town's View on the Radleys

Mr. Radley is regarded unfavorably by townspeople, noted for his reclusiveness and lack of social interaction.

Jem's Imagination of Boo

Jem invents a vivid description of Boo Radley, portraying him as a frightening figure, evoking a sense of dread with details like his height and unsettling features.

Dramatic Conclusion of Chapter

The chapter concludes with an adventurous act where Jem touches the Radley house, suggesting possible movement inside, heightening the intrigue and suspense surrounding the Radley family.

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Test your memory and understanding of Chapter 1 of 'To Kill A Mockingbird' with these flashcards. Explore key details about the narrator, Scout, and her family background as revealed in the opening chapter. Perfect for students revising the fundamentals of this classic novel.