To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 11 Flashcards

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What do Scout and Jem do instead of playing around the Radley's house?

go to the city

Why do Scout and Jem hate Mrs. Dubose?

She always insults and yells at them for everything.

Who is Mrs. Dubose's servant?

Jesse

What does Mrs. Dubose say about the death of Atticus's wife?

She says he should remarry. Signup and view all the answers

From what does Atticus believe Mrs. Dubose gets her disposition?

an illness Signup and view all the answers

Why does Scout believe that Atticus is 'the bravest man who ever lived'?

He politely talks to Mrs. Dubose every day he comes home from work. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jem do with his birthday money?

He buys a miniature steam engine for himself and a baton for Scout. Signup and view all the answers

What is revealed to be a 'dim organization on the north side of the square'?

the O.K. Café Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Dubose say that angers Jem? What does he do as a result?

Atticus is 'lawing for n****rs'. He cuts off all the camellia buds from her bushes and snaps Scout's baton in two. Signup and view all the answers

After discovering what Jem has done, what does Atticus order him to do?

to go apologize to Mrs. Dubose Signup and view all the answers

What does Atticus tell Scout while Jem is at Mrs. Dubose's house?

It is not time to worry yet, and things will start to get worse as the Tom Robinson case approaches. Signup and view all the answers

How will Jem repay Mrs. Dubose for the damage he has done?

He will work in the garden every Saturday until the camellia buds grow back and read to her for two hours every afternoon for a month. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jem bring to read to Mrs. Dubose on the first day?

Ivanhoe Signup and view all the answers

What strange occurrence happens while Jem reads to Mrs. Dubose?

She gets into an uncontrollable fit. Signup and view all the answers

After the second day of reading to Mrs. Dubose, what does Scout ask Atticus? How does he respond?

She asks him what a 'n****r lover' is. Atticus says that it is one of those words that do not mean anything and are used to rile people up. Signup and view all the answers

On the day when Atticus comes to see Mrs. Dubose, what does Scout realize?

The alarm clock that signals to stop reading is set later and later each day. Signup and view all the answers

Before Scout and Jem leave Mrs. Dubose's house on the last day of reading for the month, what does Mrs. Dubose say?

She wants Jem to read to her for another week. Signup and view all the answers

On the very final day of reading, what happens to Mrs. Dubose?

She dies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the real reason that Atticus sent Scout and Jem to read for Mrs. Dubose?

Mrs. Dubose was a morphine addict. She wanted to break the addiction before she died. Signup and view all the answers

What does Atticus give to Jem from Mrs. Dubose?

a candy box with a camellia flower inside Signup and view all the answers

What is the lesson that Scout and Jem learn from Atticus at the end of the chapter?

Courage is knowing that you are going to lose, yet you start anyways and fight your way to the end. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 11 Overview

Scout and Jem choose to go to the city instead of playing near the Radley house.
The children's dislike for Mrs. Dubose stems from her constant insults and yelling directed at them.

Mrs. Dubose's Background

Jesse is known as Mrs. Dubose's servant.
Atticus reflects that Mrs. Dubose’s harsh demeanor is influenced by her illness.
Mrs. Dubose suggests to Atticus that he should remarry after the death of his wife.

Jem and Mrs. Dubose

Jem uses his birthday money to buy a miniature steam engine for himself and a baton for Scout.
After Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus regarding his work, Jem reacts by destroying her camellias and snapping Scout's baton.

Consequences and Lessons

Atticus orders Jem to apologize to Mrs. Dubose for his actions.
Atticus reassures Scout that things will worsen as the Tom Robinson case progresses, emphasizing the importance of doing what is right despite public opinion.

Jem's Repayment

Jem agrees to read to Mrs. Dubose for two hours each afternoon and tend to her garden every Saturday to atone for his actions.

Reading Sessions

On the first reading day, Jem brings "Ivanhoe" to read to Mrs. Dubose.
During Jem's readings, Mrs. Dubose experiences uncontrollable fits, hinting at her struggles.

Understanding Prejudice

Scout learns about the term "n****r lover" from Atticus, who explains its derogatory nature and the ignorance behind its use.

The Impact of Reading

Scout observes that the alarm clock signaling the end of reading sessions is set later each day, reflecting Mrs. Dubose's struggle with her addiction.
On the last day of reading, Mrs. Dubose expresses a desire for more time with Jem.

Mrs. Dubose’s Battle

Mrs. Dubose ultimately dies after successfully overcoming her morphine addiction, using Jem's readings as a distraction from her withdrawal symptoms.

Gift of Understanding

Atticus gives Jem a candy box containing a camellia flower from Mrs. Dubose, symbolizing her struggle and victory over addiction.

Lessons Learned

Atticus conveys to Scout and Jem that true courage is not just fighting battles but persevering through inevitable defeat, exemplified by Mrs. Dubose's determination and the moral challenge presented in the Tom Robinson case.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Chapter 11 of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Explore key characters, important events, and thematic elements as Scout and Jem navigate their childhood experiences. Perfect for students looking to review important concepts from this classic novel.