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Who is referred to as 'the meanest man God ever blew breath into'?
Who is referred to as 'the meanest man God ever blew breath into'?
Who is known as 'a neighborhood scold'?
Who is known as 'a neighborhood scold'?
Miss Stephanie Crawford
Who is described as 'didn't know where his next meal was coming from, but he was a born gentleman.'?
Who is described as 'didn't know where his next meal was coming from, but he was a born gentleman.'?
Little Chuck Little
Who is referred to as 'a chameleon lady'?
Who is referred to as 'a chameleon lady'?
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Who 'looked as if he had been raised on fish food'?
Who 'looked as if he had been raised on fish food'?
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Who is described as 'all angles and bones;' and 'a tyrannical presence'?
Who is described as 'all angles and bones;' and 'a tyrannical presence'?
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Who is referred to as 'malevolent phantom'?
Who is referred to as 'malevolent phantom'?
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Who is known as 'pocket Merlin'?
Who is known as 'pocket Merlin'?
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Who 'looks and smells like a peppermint drop'?
Who 'looks and smells like a peppermint drop'?
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Who is referred to as 'the meanest old woman who ever lived'?
Who is referred to as 'the meanest old woman who ever lived'?
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Who is described as 'the filthiest human I had ever seen'?
Who is described as 'the filthiest human I had ever seen'?
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Who 'had an acid tongue in her head'?
Who 'had an acid tongue in her head'?
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Who 'spends his relief checks on green whiskey'?
Who 'spends his relief checks on green whiskey'?
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Who 'liked Maycomb, he was Maycomb County born and bred'?
Who 'liked Maycomb, he was Maycomb County born and bred'?
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Who is mentioned as '[he] was a born hero'?
Who is mentioned as '[he] was a born hero'?
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Study Notes
Character Descriptions and Notable Quotes
- Mr. Radley (Senior) is described as "the meanest man God ever blew breath into," indicating his harsh demeanor and negative reputation in the community.
- Miss Stephanie Crawford is referred to as "a neighborhood scold," highlighting her role in gossip and community judgment.
- Little Chuck Little is characterized by the phrase "didn't know where his next meal was coming from, but he was a born gentleman," emphasizing his noble nature despite hardships.
- Miss Maudie is depicted as "a chameleon lady," suggesting her adaptability and multifaceted personality.
- Walter Cunningham is described as "looked as if he had been raised on fish food," referring to his malnourished appearance and environmental background.
- Calpurnia is presented as "all angles and bones" and "a tyrannical presence," reflecting her strictness and physical appearance within the Finch household.
- Arthur "Boo" Radley is labeled the "malevolent phantom," indicating his mysterious and feared reputation among the children.
- Dill is affectionately called "pocket Merlin," associated with his imaginative and magical presence in the story.
- Miss Caroline Fisher is described as someone who "looks and smells like a peppermint drop," portraying a fresh and naive appearance.
- Mrs. Henry Lafayette Dubose is referred to as "the meanest old woman who ever lived," establishing her intimidating personality in the neighborhood.
- Burris Ewell is characterized as "the filthiest human I had ever seen," indicating his poor hygiene and lifestyle.
- Miss Maudie is noted again for having "an acid tongue in her head," suggesting her sharp wit and critical nature.
- Bob Ewell is introduced as someone who "spends his relief checks on green whiskey," portraying his irresponsible and reckless behavior.
- Atticus Finch states, "He liked Maycomb, he was Maycomb County born and bred," emphasizing his deep-rooted connection and acceptance within the community.
- Jem Finch is described as "[he] was a born hero," indicating his bravery and integrity in the story.
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