To Kill a Mockingbird Chapter 8 Flashcards

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When was the last time Maycomb County had an actual winter?

1885

What is the superstition that many people believe to be the reason for an actual winter in Maycomb County?

The Rosetta Stone says that when children are disobedient and ruthless, the weather patterns abruptly change.

Who is said to have died at the beginning of the chapter?

Mrs. Radley

For what reason does Scout say that the world is ending?

It is snowing outside. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Eula May?

The leading telephone operator. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jem mean when he says he does not want to 'waste the snow'?

He wants to build a snowman, but there is not enough snow to do it. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Scout lets a snowflake fall on her tongue?

Her tongue begins to burn. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Miss Maudie not enjoy the snow?

It is destroying her plants. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Miss Maudie cover the plants in bags?

To keep them warm. Signup and view all the answers

Where do Scout and Jem get more snow for their snowman?

Miss Maudie's front yard. Signup and view all the answers

How do Jem and Scout build a snowman?

They put loads of dirt on top of each other for the body, bend peachtree sticks into arms, and put snow on top. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the snowman Jem and Scout make supposed to impersonate?

Mr. Avery. Signup and view all the answers

How does Atticus react to Jem and Scout's snowman?

At first he is impressed, but then he orders Jem to change some of its features. Signup and view all the answers

What offer does Atticus give Calpurnia as night falls?

He offers to let her stay for the night. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Atticus wake Scout and Jem up in the middle of the night?

Miss Maudie's house is on fire. Signup and view all the answers

Outside, where does Atticus tell Scout and Jem to stay?

In front of the Radley's house. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the firefighters not 'hurry up'?

The fire truck is being pushed. Signup and view all the answers

How do Atticus and the other neighbors help as Miss Maudie's house burns?

They go inside the house and retrieve valuable furniture. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Avery escape Miss Maudie's house?

He pushes through the upstairs window and slips into the bushes. Signup and view all the answers

What book does Scout remember she had left in Miss Maudie's house?

Dill's Tom Swift book. Signup and view all the answers

Whose house also begins to burn as a result of the fire?

The Finches's. Signup and view all the answers

What does Atticus notice the morning after the fire?

She is wearing a blanket that does not belong to her. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jem react when he realizes who gave Scout the blanket?

He tells Atticus about the knothole and other secrets. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Atticus reveal to be the person who gave Scout the blanket?

Boo Radley. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Atticus let Scout and Jem stay home from school?

They were up all night because of the fire. Signup and view all the answers

How does Miss Maudie react to her now destroyed house?

She is optimistic about it. Signup and view all the answers

According to Miss Maudie, what caused her house to burn down?

Probably from leaving a fire in the kitchen's flue unattended. Signup and view all the answers

With whom is Miss Maudie staying while she does not have a house?

Miss Stephanie Crawford. Signup and view all the answers

According to Miss Maudie, what does she have that Miss Maudie has always been after?

The recipe for Lane cakes. Signup and view all the answers

What do Jem and Scout name their snowman?

The Morphodite. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Maycomb County and Weather

The last actual winter in Maycomb County occurred in 1885.
A superstition links children's disobedience to weather changes, with local belief attributing the snow to Scout, Jem, and Dill's behavior.

Character Events

Mrs. Radley dies from natural causes at the chapter's start.
Scout believes the world is ending because it is snowing.
Eula May is introduced as the leading telephone operator in Maycomb.

Snowman Construction

Jem is hesitant to "waste the snow" for a snowman due to insufficient snowfall.
Scout experiences a burning sensation on her tongue when catching a snowflake, highlighting the cold temperature.
Miss Maudie negatively views the snow as harmful to her plants and covers them to keep warm.

Building the Snowman

Jem and Scout source more snow for their snowman from Miss Maudie's front yard.
The snowman is constructed using a mixture of dirt and snow, with peachtree sticks as arms and wood for facial features.
The snowman is meant to represent Mr. Avery, but Atticus requests modifications to its appearance.

Fire Incident

Atticus wakes Scout and Jem in the night to alert them that Miss Maudie's house is on fire, instructing them to stay by the Radley house.
The fire truck struggles as it is being pushed rather than driven.
Neighbors assist by rescuing valuable items from Miss Maudie's house.

Miss Maudie's Escape

Mr. Avery escapes the fire by climbing out an upstairs window but has an accident while descending.

Aftermath of the Fire

Scout remembers leaving Dill's Tom Swift book in Miss Maudie's house, heightening her concern.
The Finch house also catches fire during the incident.
The morning after the fire, Atticus notices Scout wearing a blanket that is not hers.

Boo Radley's Involvement

Jem realizes Boo Radley gave Scout the blanket, leading him to share secrets about the Radley family with Atticus, including the knothole and mysteriously repaired pants.

Miss Maudie's Perspective

Miss Maudie remains optimistic about her destroyed house, stating she wanted a smaller residence for her azaleas and a larger garden.
She attributes the fire to an unattended kitchen flue.

Temporary Living Arrangements

Miss Maudie is staying with Miss Stephanie Crawford until her house is rebuilt.
She jokingly mentions having the recipe for Lane cakes, which she has always desired.

Snowman Naming

Jem and Scout name their snowman "the Morphodite," creatively blending their experiences with the situation.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering Chapter 8 of 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Explore key events, characters, and themes relevant to this pivotal chapter as you prepare for discussions or exams. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.