Chapter 10

Choose one of the following questions to answer in a complete paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences). Note which question you are responding to.

1. Scout says that "Atticus was feeble" (weak). Do you think that this is her view as she tells the story or her view when she was younger? Does she still think this after the events are recorded in this chapter? Why or why not?

2. In this chapter, Atticus tells his children that "it's a sin to kill a mockingbird". What reason does he give for saything this?

3. Jem and Scout have different views about telling people at school how well Atticus can shoot. Explain the difference. Which view is closer to your own?

Chapter 9

Choose one of the following questions to answer in a complete paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences). Note the question you are responding to.

1. Why does Atticus feel he should defend Tom Robinson? Is it usual for (white) lawyers to do their best for black clients in Alabama during this time period?

2. Scout and Jem have "mixed feelings" about Christmas. What are these feelings and why do they feel this way?

3. Uncle Jack Finch tells Scout that she is growing out of her pants. What does this mean and why might he say it?

Chapter 8

Choose one of the following questions and answer in paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences). Note which question you are responding to.

1. Identify at least two details in this chapter that reveal the setting (time period and place) of this novel.

2. Why is Jem's snowman creation so unacceptable to both Atticus and Miss Maudie?

3. What does the fire at Miss Maudie's house reveal about the people living in Alabama in the 1930's?

4. Besides Atticus, identify a new character who supports Jem and Scout. Provide evidence to support this character's benevolent spirit.

Chapter 7

Choose one of the following questions and answer in a complete paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences). Note the question you are responding to.

1. Does Jem still fear the gifts in the tree? Give reasons for your answer.

2. When the children plan to send a letter to the person who leaves the gifts, they are prevented. How does this happen? Who does it, and why might he do so?

3. Can you find evidence that Jem is more mature and wise (intelligence and awareness that comes with age/experience? than Scout? Provide at least one example that supports your answer.

Chapter 6

Choose one of the following questions and answer in a complete paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences). Note the question you are responding to.

1. What kind of risky activity do Scout, Jem and Dill engage in? Explain their cover-up (how they avoid being caught).

2. Who is blamed for trespassing on the Radley Place? What does this blame reveal about the setting (time and place) of the novel?

3. What causes fear in the hearts of Scout and Jem?

Chapter 5

Choose one of the following questions and answer in a complete paragraph (3 sentences). Note which question you are responding to.

1. Describe the relationship between Dill and Scout. Include how he treats her and how she reacts to his treatment. How is this treatment typical and atypical (not typical) of this setting?

2. Characterize Miss Maudie Atkinson (characterization=personality traits, actions, thoughts/feelings, other people's points of view). How typical is she of Maycomb's women? What do the children think of her?

3. What reasons does Atticus give for the children not to play the Boo Radley game? Do you think he is right? Why?

Chapter 4

Choose one question and answer in a complete paragraph (minimum of 3 sentences).
Remember to note which question you are responding to.

1. What does Scout think about current fashions in education? What do her opinions reveal about Scout's character?

2. What risky behavior do Scout and Jem engage in?

3. Why do the children make Boo's story into a game?

4. How does Atticus react to the game? What does his reaction tell us about his character?

5. Identify at least 2 slang words/phrases appropriate to the 1930's in Maycomb, Alabama. Translate these words/phrases into today's language.