Questions and Answers
In what town and state is the story set?
Maycomb, Alabama
Who is our narrator and one of the protagonists?
Jean Louise (Scout) Finch
Who is Scout's brother?
Jem Finch
Would you consider Jem and Scout friends?
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Who is Jem and Scout's father?
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Atticus is a lawyer and a ______.
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Who is the character that is a recluse and feared by children?
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Who is Calpurnia?
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What is Charles Baker Harris's nickname?
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What did Dill dare Jem to do?
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What big mistake did Miss Caroline make on the first day of school?
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Who is Caroline Fisher?
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Where is the author describing when she says the house is dark and gloomy with no screen door?
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What did Scout blame Calpurnia for doing that got her in trouble on the first day of school?
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What was Scout's first 'crime' in first grade?
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Why did Scout rub Walter Cunningham's nose in the dirt?
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When Jem invites Walter to dinner, why does Scout not consider him to be company?
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What does Calpurnia do when Scout tells her that Walter isn't company because he 'is just a Cunningham'?
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What did the children call a spirit that can't get to heaven?
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How did Jem get even with Scout for contradicting him about the 'Hot Steams'?
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What did Jem and Scout find in the Radley tree?
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What was the Boo Radley game?
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Study Notes
Setting
- The story is set in Maycomb, Alabama, a fictional town during the 1930s.
Narrators and Protagonists
- Jean Louise "Scout" Finch serves as the narrator and one of the main characters.
- Scout's brother is Jem Finch, and they share a close sibling bond alongside their friendship.
Key Characters
- Atticus Finch, the father of Scout and Jem, is a lawyer and a state representative.
- Calpurnia is the Finch family's housekeeper, playing a significant role in their upbringing.
- Arthur "Boo" Radley is portrayed as a reclusive character, shrouded in local myths and fear.
School Experience
- Miss Caroline Fisher is Scout’s first-grade teacher; she struggles with local customs and student backgrounds.
- A significant incident occurs when Miss Caroline offers Walter Cunningham a quarter, highlighting the class divide in Maycomb.
Social Dynamics
- Scout has conflicts with classmates, notably with Walter Cunningham, whom she blames for her troubles at school.
- Scout's perception of Walter is influenced by the townspeople's views, indicating societal divides.
Childhood Adventures
- Dill, also known as Charles Baker Harris, dares Jem to touch the Radley house, showcasing childhood curiosity and fear of the unknown.
- The children invent games that revolve around Boo Radley, demonstrating their fascination with local legends.
Discoveries in the Radley Tree
- Jem and Scout find various items in the Radley tree: gum, two pennies, a watch, twine, and carved soap figures resembling themselves, hinting at Boo Radley’s silent communication and interest in them.
Moral Lessons
- Calpurnia's reprimanding of Scout for her views on guests emphasizes the importance of respect and acceptance regardless of social status.
- The children's evolving views about Boo Radley and their attempts to understand him reflect themes of empathy and innocence.
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