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What did Atticus say to Mrs Dubose as he approached her on her porch?
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Good afternoon ,mrs. Dubose
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In To Kill a Mockingbird what does Jem do when he passes by Mrs Dubose's house and she isn't on the porch?
Jem destroys Mrs. Dubose’s camellias by cutting the tops off with Scout’s baton after she insults Atticus.
Why was Jem angry with Mrs Dubose?
because mrs. dubose said that atticus "lawed for n word"
What does Mrs. Dubose say that pushes Jem over the edge What does he do to retaliate Why does Atticus defend Mrs. Dubose?
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus and calls him names for defending Tom Robinson. Jem responds by destroying Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes. Atticus defends Mrs. Dubose because he believes in showing compassion and understanding towards others, even those who may hold different views or attitudes.
How does Atticus act like a gentleman?
mrs. dubose
What does atticus say about the flowers mrs dubose has in her yard?
Atticus describes the camellias in Mrs. Dubose's yard as "the beginnings of a smile" which symbolizes the hope and recovery she is striving for in overcoming her addiction. He recognizes their beauty despite the negativity surrounding Mrs. Dubose.
What does atticus say to defend mrs dubose?
He calls her racist
What page does Mrs. dubose insult Atticus in front of jem?
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus in front of Jem on pages 135-136 in the book "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.
Atticus said the bravest person he ever knew was?
mrs dubose
What does Atticus say about Mrs. Dubose's present to Jem in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose wanted to give him something to remember her by, which shows her attempt to make amends for her past behavior before she passed away. The gift of the single camellia flower symbolizes Mrs. Dubose's final act of kindness and courage.
What is objectionable in what Mrs Dubose says to Jem and Scout?
Mrs. Dubose makes racist remarks about Atticus defending Tom Robinson and insults Jem and Scout’s father. She also criticizes Atticus for defending a black man, which goes against their moral beliefs. This behavior is offensive and intolerant.
What does Atticus tell Jem about Mrs. Dubose after her death?
Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose was a recovering morphine addict, and that she was a very strong and brave woman.
Why doesn't Atticus take offense at Mrs Dubose's insults?
Atticus understands that Mrs. Dubose is facing her own struggles and is dealing with illness and addiction. He sees her insults as a result of her pain and tries to show empathy and compassion towards her instead of taking offense. Atticus chooses to respond with patience and kindness rather than with anger or hurt feelings.
