To Kill A Mockingbird Chapters 1-5 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who is the narrator of the novel?

Scout Finch

What is the name of the small, old, run down, religious town, where everyone is related?

Maycomb

Who is the intelligent, outgoing child who is short for his age?

Dill

Who does the town blame everything bad that happens on?

Arthur 'Boo' Radley Signup and view all the answers

With whom was 'Boo' arrested?

The Cunningham Boys Signup and view all the answers

How long has it been since anyone last saw 'Boo' Radley?

15 years Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Radley place fascinate Scout, Jem, and Dill?

The mystery surrounding it Signup and view all the answers

What is Jem dared to do?

Touch the Radley place Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jem take the dare?

He doesn't want to seem scared Signup and view all the answers

What is Scout looking forward to?

School Signup and view all the answers

What is Jem afraid will be revealed if Scout hangs around him at school?

His private persona Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Caroline tell Scout will, 'interfere with her learning'?

Reading at home Signup and view all the answers

How did Scout learn to read?

Following along with her father Signup and view all the answers

Who taught Scout to write by copying Bible verses?

Calpernia Signup and view all the answers

Who is Calpernia to the Finches?

Maid, cook, disciplinarian, and mother figure Signup and view all the answers

Who does Scout defend from Miss Caroline and then beat up for it getting her in trouble?

Walter Cunningham Signup and view all the answers

How does Atticus treat Walter?

Like an adult Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Walter pass the first grade?

He helps in the fields during spring Signup and view all the answers

Why does Scout get in trouble when Walter puts molasses on his food?

He is her company and she is being rude Signup and view all the answers

What does Scout learn from Walter's visit?

Not everyone is like her Signup and view all the answers

What do the differences between the Cunninghams and the Ewells show?

There are 2 types of poor people Signup and view all the answers

Who says 'You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view - until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.'?

Atticus Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Ewells allowed to skip school and hunt out of season?

It is better to break the law in special cases Signup and view all the answers

How does Atticus get Scout to agree to go back to school?

A compromise - they will continue reading Signup and view all the answers

Why don't Scout and Jem call Atticus Dad?

He is more their advisor and friend than their father Signup and view all the answers

What does Scout find in the tree?

Gum Signup and view all the answers

What does Jem find in the tree?

Indian head pennies Signup and view all the answers

Why do the kids make Boo's story into a game?

They are bored Signup and view all the answers

What did Scout hear in the Radley house that scared her?

Laughter Signup and view all the answers

Who seems to be the town gossip?

Miss Stephanie Signup and view all the answers

Who lets the children play on their lawn, gardens, and bakes cakes?

Miss Maudie Atkinson Signup and view all the answers

What do Jem and Dill mean to do by writing to Boo?

They want him to come out Signup and view all the answers

Scout claims that 'Dill could tell the biggest ones'. What does she mean by this?

He lies Signup and view all the answers

Why does Atticus want the children to stop playing the Boo Radley game?

They are invading his privacy and putting his life story on display for the neighborhood Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters

Scout Finch serves as the novel's narrator, providing perspective on events in Maycomb.
Dill is an intelligent and outgoing child, described as short for his age.
"Boo" Radley is the reclusive figure blamed by the town for its misfortunes.

Setting

Maycomb is depicted as a small, old, and religious town where most residents are interrelated.

Events and Actions

"Boo" was once arrested along with the Cunningham boys, leading to his local notoriety.
He has not been seen in 15 years, contributing to the town's speculation about him.
Scout, Jem, and Dill are fascinated by the Radley house due to the mysteries it holds.
A dare compels Jem to touch the Radley house, motivated by a desire to avoid appearing scared.

Education and Learning

Scout looks forward to starting school, eager for new experiences.
Miss Caroline, her teacher, discourages her from reading at home, believing it disrupts her learning.
Scout learns to read by following her father's practices and writing under the guidance of Calpernia, who influences her education.

Scout defends Walter Cunningham against Miss Caroline and later fights him, reflecting her engagement in social issues.
Atticus Finch treats Walter with respect and maturity, indicating his principle of equality.
Walter cannot advance in school due to his responsibilities in farming, highlighting class differences.
Scout's rudeness to Walter over his lunch shows her initial lack of understanding of class distinctions.

Family and Values

Atticus's parenting style emphasizes understanding and empathy, evident in his advice: “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.”
The contrast between the Cunninghams and the Ewells illustrates different social standings among the poor.

Childhood Experiences

Scout learns valuable lessons from Walter's visit about the diversity of people and their backgrounds.
The children's boredom drives them to create games around Boo Radley, reinforcing their fascination with him.
They discover items like gum and Indian head pennies in the Radley tree, suggesting a connection to Boo.

Community Interactions

Miss Stephanie is portrayed as the town gossip, embodying the spread of rumors and town chatter.
Miss Maudie serves as a kind neighbor, supportive and welcoming to the children.

Conflicts and Resolutions

Atticus encourages Scout to return to school by offering a reading compromise.
Scout struggles with her relationship with Atticus, perceiving him as more of a friend and advisor than a traditional father figure.

Conclusion

The Radley game and interactions with Boo highlight themes of childhood curiosity and the consequences of invading privacy. Atticus's guidance provides a moral compass for Scout and Jem amidst their adventures and misinterpretations.

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