Questions and Answers
What does Scout do to make Calpurnia furious?
Scout makes fun of Walter Cunningham's country ways while eating at the Finches' house.
What lesson does Calpurnia teach Scout?
Calpurnia teaches Scout not to correct or contradict her company and the importance of tolerance and good manners.
Who are the Ewells, and why are they treated differently than others? Identify the 'certain privileges' that they are allowed, according to Atticus.
The Ewells are a poor family known for dishonesty and lack of work ethic; they are allowed to hunt out of season.
Compare the education levels of Scout, Walter Cunningham, and Burris Ewell. How do these comparisons emphasize the relationship between class and education?
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What important lesson does Atticus teach Scout about understanding people? How might this lesson help her to deal with Miss Caroline in the future?
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What compromise does Atticus make with Scout at the end of the chapter?
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Study Notes
Scout and Walter Cunningham
- Scout mocks Walter Cunningham's eating habits, which angers Calpurnia.
- Calpurnia emphasizes respect for guests, reminding Scout that everyone in their home is considered company.
Lesson in Tolerance
- Calpurnia teaches Scout valuable lessons in tolerance, kindness, and good manners without correction.
The Ewell Family
- The Ewells are portrayed as extremely impoverished; their father is a heavy drinker, and their mother has passed away.
- Atticus describes them as a disgrace to Maycomb, having lived in poverty for three generations without contributing to society.
- Authorities overlook the Ewells' truancy and hunting out of season, as they may be necessary for the children's survival.
Education and Class Comparison
- Scout and Jem belong to the upper middle class; Atticus, a busy lawyer, prioritizes their education through nightly reading.
- Walter Cunningham comes from a working-class farming family; education is secondary to labor, leading Walter to fall behind in school.
- Burris Ewell, the lowest in class, experiences no motivation for education, attending school only on the first day and neglecting the rest of the year.
Understanding Others
- Atticus teaches Scout the importance of empathy, urging her to view situations from others' perspectives to foster understanding.
- This lesson helps Scout navigate interactions with Miss Caroline, recognizing her mistakes.
Compromise on Education
- Scout expresses a desire to stop attending school due to issues with Miss Caroline.
- Atticus proposes a solution where Scout continues attending school while maintaining their nightly reading routine, keeping it a secret from Miss Caroline.
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Explore key lessons and character dynamics from 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. This quiz focuses on Scout's interactions with Walter Cunningham and the different social classes depicted in the novel. Gain insights into themes of tolerance, education, and societal expectations in Maycomb.
