Questions and Answers
What are the children worried about at the beginning of the chapter?
They are worried about Mr. Ewell threatening Atticus after spitting in his face.
Where is Tom Robinson in this chapter?
Tom Robinson is in jail.
How does Atticus define 'trash'? How does Alexandra?
Aunt Alexandra thinks that 'trash' is people who are poor and don't have backgrounds they can take pride in. Atticus thinks that 'trash' is people who don't have good morals and are essentially bad people.
List the categories in Jem's social hierarchy.
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List Scout's social hierarchy categories.
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Study Notes
Children's Concerns
- Children are anxious about Mr. Ewell's threat towards Atticus after he spitting in Atticus's face.
Tom Robinson's Situation
- Tom Robinson is currently imprisoned in jail.
Definitions of "Trash"
- Aunt Alexandra views "trash" as individuals who are impoverished and lack respectable backgrounds.
- Atticus defines "trash" as individuals who possess poor morals and are fundamentally bad.
Jem's Social Hierarchy
- Jem categorizes society into four groups:
- Ordinary folks (like himself and neighbors)
- The Cunninghams, who live in the woods
- The Ewells, who live at the dump
- Negroes.
Scout's Social Preferences
- Scout's hierarchy mirrors Jem's but she has a preference for men, believing they are less dramatic.
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Description
This quiz covers key points and themes from Chapter 23 of 'To Kill A Mockingbird'. Explore the children’s concerns, the situation of Tom Robinson, and the differing definitions of 'trash' by Atticus and Alexandra. Perfect for study preparation and understanding character perspectives.
