To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 10 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How old is Atticus at the beginning of the chapter?

nearly 50

What is Jem's favorite sport?

football

Atticus is nearly blind in what eye?

his left eye

How does Atticus differ from Scout's classmates' fathers?

He is much older, does not hunt or fish, does not drink or smoke, does not play football as often, spends his time reading in the living room. Signup and view all the answers

What is Scout's 'policy' on fighting?

She would not fight publicly for Atticus, but she would fight anybody in her family for Atticus. Signup and view all the answers

Who teaches Jem and Scout to use their air-rifles?

Uncle Jack Signup and view all the answers

What kind of bird is it a sin to kill?

a mockingbird Signup and view all the answers

What bird does Atticus permit Scout and Jem to kill with their air-rifles?

bluejays Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Maudie say about Atticus that Scout does not know at the beginning of the chapter?

He can make somebody's will so airtight can't anybody meddle with it; he is the best checker player in Maycomb County; he can play a Jew's Harp. Signup and view all the answers

What does Scout attempt to do after she returns from Miss Maudie's house?

shoot her air-rifle at Miss Maudie Signup and view all the answers

In what football game does Atticus refuse to participate?

a game between the Methodists and the Baptists Signup and view all the answers

While Scout and Jem go out to find squirrels to shoot, what do they find approaching them?

Tim Johnson, Mr. Harry Johnson's dog, who has gone rabid Signup and view all the answers

After finding the dog, who do Scout and Jem consult?

Calpurnia Signup and view all the answers

Who does Calpurnia call after seeing the rabid dog?

Atticus and Eula May Signup and view all the answers

Who is the only person in the neighborhood who does not have a phone?

the Radleys Signup and view all the answers

How does Calpurnia notify them about the rabid dog?

She pounds and screams at their door. Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives at the scene of the rabid dog with Atticus?

Mr. Heck Tate, the sheriff of Maycomb County Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Heck, how do rabid dogs usually walk?

in a straight line Signup and view all the answers

When do dogs usually go rabid?

August Signup and view all the answers

Where does the rabid dog reach a dead end?

the Radley's gate Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Heck do that surprises Scout and Jem?

He gives his gun to Atticus to shoot the dog. Signup and view all the answers

How is Scout and Jem's view of Atticus different than at the beginning of the chapter, and what sparks this change?

They realize that Atticus is not a boring, old man but someone capable, after he shoots Tim Johnson. Signup and view all the answers

Who disapproves of killing the rabid dog?

Miss Stephanie Crawford Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Maudie say about Atticus that Scout does not know at the end of the chapter?

Atticus was the best gunman in Maycomb County. His nickname was Ol' One-Shot. Signup and view all the answers

According to Miss Maudie, why does Atticus not hunt anymore?

He has become more civilized and gained a greater respect for God's life. Signup and view all the answers

Who takes the rabid dog away?

Zeebo Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Atticus and His Family

Atticus Finch is nearly 50 years old at the beginning of the chapter.
Atticus is nearly blind in his left eye, which affects his shooting ability.
He is significantly older than other fathers in the community and has unique lifestyle choices, such as not hunting, fishing, drinking, or smoking.
While Scout recognizes that Atticus does not engage in typical fatherly activities, she still struggles to view him as heroic or fun.

Jem and Scout

Jem Finch's favorite sport is football, contrasting with Atticus's more reserved lifestyle.
Scout follows a personal "policy" on fighting; she refuses public fights for her father's sake but may fight family members over him.

Shooting Lesson

Jem and Scout learn to use air-rifles from their Uncle Jack, emphasizing family bonding through skills.
Atticus permits them to kill bluejays but warns that it is a sin to kill mockingbirds due to their harmlessness and melodic singing.

Discovering Tim Johnson

While searching for squirrels, Jem and Scout encounter Tim Johnson, a rabid dog, which acts as a turning point in the story.
They inform Calpurnia about the dog, demonstrating their trust in her judgment concerning danger.

Emergency Response

Calpurnia alerts Atticus and Eula May, the telephone operator, to the rabid dog's presence, showcasing the community's communication methods.
The Radley family's lack of a phone prompts Calpurnia to shout at their door to inform them of the rabid dog.

The Shooting Incident

Atticus, accompanied by Sheriff Heck Tate, responds to the situation with the dog by taking his gun to shoot it, which surprises Scout and Jem.
They witness Atticus's skill as a marksman, reshaping their perception of his character.

Change in Perception

Initially, Scout and Jem view Atticus as dull and old-fashioned, but witnessing him shoot the rabid dog alters their view, revealing his hidden talents.
By the chapter's end, they learn of his nickname "Ol' One-Shot" and his previous prowess with a gun, highlighting a depth to his character that they were unaware of.

Conclusion

Miss Maudie explains that Atticus has chosen not to hunt because he respects life more now, contrasting his past with his present values.
The chapter concludes with Zeebo taking the rabid dog away, symbolizing the return to normalcy after the excitement and fear of the encounter.

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Test your knowledge of key details from Chapter 10 of 'To Kill A Mockingbird'. This quiz covers important aspects of the characters and their relationships, including Atticus Finch and his family. Review these flashcards to deepen your understanding of the text.