To Kill a Mockingbird Workbook Chapters 20-21

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'aridity' mean?

Dryness (correct)

Wetness

Moistness

Humidity

What does 'caliber' refer to?

The quality or ability of something.

What does 'iota' mean?

A tiny or scarcely detectable amount.

What does 'temerity' refer to?

Fearless daring. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acquit' mean?

Free someone from a criminal charge. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'indicted' mean?

Formally accuse someone with a serious crime. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'indignant' mean?

Angry. Signup and view all the answers

What is the verdict?

Guilty. Signup and view all the answers

What do you make of Mr. Dolphus Raymond? Do you think that his approach to racism is the correct one?

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In your opinion, does the state present sufficient evidence of Tom's guilt?

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Does Atticus pity Mayella? Explain your answer.

Atticus does and does not pity Mayella. He pities her because he knows she is a victim of abuse from her dad. Atticus doesn't pity Mayella because his pity 'does not extend so far as to her putting a man's life at stake.' Signup and view all the answers

Explain the comparison Scout makes between the waiting courtroom and the episode with the mad dog.

Scout compares the fear, anxiety, and apprehension in both situations, indicating that the mad dog symbolizes the evil in Maycomb, similar to the anxiety in the courtroom. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the jury taking a long time deliberating their verdict significant?

It is significant because a lengthy deliberation may indicate that the jury is carefully considering the facts rather than acting solely on race. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Reverend Sykes insist that Scout stand when her father is passing?

Reverend Sykes insists that Scout stand to show respect, as all the black people are standing for Atticus, who defended a black man in a racist town. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Words

Aridity: Refers to dryness, often used to describe a lack of moisture in the environment.
Caliber: Indicates the quality or ability of an individual or thing.
Iota: Describes a tiny or scarcely detectable amount, emphasizing minimal presence.
Temerity: Represents fearless daring, often seen as boldness or audacity.

Legal Terms

Acquit: The act of freeing someone from a criminal charge, declaring them not guilty.
Indicted: Means formally accusing someone of a serious crime through legal process.
Indignant: Expresses a sense of anger or annoyance, typically in response to perceived injustice.

Trial Context

Verdict: The outcome was guilty, representing the jury's decision in the case.
Evidence Sufficiency: Responses vary regarding whether the state presented enough evidence to prove Tom's guilt in the trial.

Character Analysis

Mr. Dolphus Raymond: Perspectives vary on whether his approach to racism is the correct one; he represents complex societal issues.
Atticus Finch's Pity for Mayella: Atticus feels pity for Mayella due to her victimization from her father but believes she is culpable for risking an innocent man's life.

Comparative Analysis

Scout's Comparison of Courtroom and Mad Dog Incident: Scout draws parallels between the anxiety in the courtroom related to racism and the fear evoked during the mad dog incident, highlighting how societal evils emerge and can no longer be ignored.

Jury Deliberation

Lengthy Deliberation Significance: The prolonged duration of the jury’s deliberation is crucial, as it reflects careful consideration of the facts rather than a hasty racially motivated decision, instilling a sense of hope.

Cultural Respect

Scout and Reverend Sykes: Reverend Sykes insists that Scout stands when Atticus passes, symbolizing respect from the Black community for Atticus's defense of Tom Robinson against racial injustice.

Description

Test your understanding of vocabulary from Chapters 20-21 of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' with these flashcards. Each card presents a word along with its definition, helping you expand your literature vocabulary in context.