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It represented Boo's friendly connection with the Finch children. Everyone thought Boowas a fearsome, crazy 'phantom' and awful rumours were spread around about him.
In actual fact, Boo was a nice person, except he didn't have any contact with the outside world. He left gifts in the knothole for Jem and Scout to find, because he wanted to express his friendship.
Jem cries when Nathan Radley cemented the hole because he realises that Boo was trying to befriend them and Nathan Radley cut off that connection by depriving Boo of friendship, so to speak.
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∙ 13y ago
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the tree symbolizes innocence and the loss of innocence. It is where Boo Radley leaves gifts for Jem and Scout, representing his kindness and connection to the children. The knothole being filled in by Nathan Radley signifies the destruction of that innocence.
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∙ 12y agoThe tree in To kill a Mockingbird mainly represents "Boo" and his relationship with the outside world. "Boo" has no other way to communicate with anyone in Maycomb. When the Jem and Scout find out the "Boo's" brother filled the whole of the tree with cement, he tells them that the tree is dying. When the children ask Atticus about the tree he tells them it doesn't appear to be dying, but that Mr. Radley knows his trees better than them. Later that night Scout and Jem are lieft out on the porch, Scout tells Jem to come inside but he tells her later. Later she hears him crying. The fact that Jem was so upset that the tree had been filled shows how important the tree is. The tree dying means that not only is "Boo's" communication with the children and the rest of Maycomb being cut off once again, a part of "Boo" is dying with the tree.
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∙ 12y agoHe did it from pure kindness as he grew to love the children
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∙ 10y agothey find candy (gum), two coins, soap dolls, and a broken watch
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∙ 12y agoOne peice of gum, a whole pack of gum, a broken pocket watch, a pocket knife, a spelling bee pin, 2 indian head coins, Crayons, marbles, whistle and soap dolls of Jem and Scout.
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∙ 12y agoCookies bread milk apples bananas
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In to kill a mockingbird What kind of sickness does the tree have?
The tree in "To Kill a Mockingbird" has knots from an old Negroes were hanged where Boo Radley put gifts for Scout and Jem. This sickness may symbolize the dark history and prejudice that the town holds.
What do Mockingbirds symbolize in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Farmers
What kind of tree was it in To Kill a Mockingbird?
an oak tree
What does the blanket in To Kill a Mockingbird symbolize?
It symbolizes Boo protecting Scout.
What does aunt Alexandra symbolize in chapter 9 To Kill a Mockingbird?
Home land
What does the tree house in to kill a mockingbird symbolize?
The tree house in "To Kill a Mockingbird" symbolizes a safe space where Jem and Scout can retreat from the injustices of the world around them. It represents innocence and the refuge that childhood can provide in the face of difficult circumstances. It also serves as a space where they can observe and learn about the adult world while still being shielded from its harsh realities.
In to kill a mockingbird who leaves the items that are in the tree?
boo radley
What is the first present he found in the tree in To Kill a Mockingbird?
gum
How is symbolism used in the book to kill a mockingbird by Harper Lee?
Symbolism is used throughout "To Kill a Mockingbird" to convey deeper meanings and themes. For example, the mockingbird symbolizes innocence and purity, while the tree outside the Radley house symbolizes the growth and change of the characters. The jail and the spooky house symbolize fear and prejudice within the community.
What did the children find in the tree in chapter seven of to kill a mockingbird?
a key
In To Kill a Mockingbird did Boo Radley put the items in the tree?
Yes.
How do the things get in the tree in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Boo Radley secretly placed them there.
