After Atticus understands that Boo Radley, not Jem, killed Bob Ewell, Mr. Tate tells him that he intends to say Bob Ewell fell on his knife to spare Boo from becoming a town celebrity. Scout assures Atticus that Mr. Tate is right by saying that letting Boo become the center of attention of the town would be like shooting a mockingbird.
Scout tells Atticus that Mr. Tate is right about Boo Radley being the one who saved them from Bob Ewell, as she recognizes Boo's presence in the shadows. She emphasizes that Mr. Tate's decision to spare Boo from publicity and legal trouble is the right thing to do. Scout's reassurance helps Atticus accept the truth and protect Boo's privacy.
Scout gives Atticus a hug and tells him she loves him, showing him genuine affection and support. This gesture helps to reassure Atticus and lift his spirits after a difficult situation.
Heck Tate wanted Scout to stay inside the house during the commotion and not go outside to see the encounter between Atticus and the mob. Tate was concerned for her safety and wanted to keep her away from any potential danger.
In addition to Scout, Atticus, and Alexandra, Jem's room also houses Dill. Dill comes to stay with Jem and Scout during the summer months, and the children often have adventures together.
In the end of the book when Scout is talking to her father Atticus, she says that Heck Tate is right and that it would be like killing a Mockingbird. She is also at peace when she walks on Boo Radley's front porch and she said that was enough for her.
Atticus and Tate are arguing about how Bob Ewell died. Atticus is convinced the Jem stabbed Ewell as he tried to protect Scout from attack. At the same time, Heck knows that Bob did not die because of Jem, but Boo Radley. He also knows that if Boo Radley were trialed for murder he would be discriminated against and would be a traumatic and painful experience. So, Tate tells Atticus that Bob Ewell had fallen on his knife while in a drunk stupor. Though Atticus does not agree, Scout is convinced that Tate is correct, telling Atticus that sending Boo Radley to trial would be "sort of like shootin' a mocking-bird.
Atticus Finch had the support of his daughter, Scout, and his son, Jem, as well as the support of the town's sheriff, Heck Tate, and his friend, Miss Maudie Atkinson. Despite facing criticism and threats, Atticus also had the backing of his sister, Alexandra, and his fellow lawyer, Heck Tate.
Atticus and Heck Tate argue about whether to reveal Boo Radley's involvement in Bob Ewell's death. Heck Tate believes it was self-defense and wants to protect Boo's privacy, while Atticus wants the truth to be known to avoid any injustice. Ultimately, Heck Tate convinces Atticus to keep Boo out of the spotlight.
Atticus believes that Mr. Tate is protecting Boo Radley by claiming Bob Ewell fell on his own knife and died. Atticus knows that Boo Radley killed Bob Ewell in an act of self-defense to protect Jem and Scout. By allowing Boo to remain anonymous as the hero, Atticus helps maintain his privacy and protects him from unwanted attention.
Atticus, Jem and Sheriff Tate hid Boo Radley from Scout's view in chapter 16 of To Kill a Mockingbird. They did not want Scout to see Boo as they were concerned about how she would react.
Scout believes that Atticus made Bob Ewell write his signature to prevent him from getting any sort of compensation for the lawsuit Ewell had filed. Atticus wanted to prove that Ewell was illiterate and lying about the assault, reinforcing his defense of Tom Robinson.
Mr. Tate and Atticus realized that Bob Ewell, who is left-handed, could not have been the one to beat Mayella Ewell on her right side. This created doubt about Bob Ewell's guilt in the case, as his left-handedness did not align with the injuries Mayella sustained.
The men know Mr. Tate won't be coming to help Atticus because he has explicitly stated that he will not help in the situation, as he believes it is up to Atticus to handle it as the father. Additionally, Mr. Tate believes in the importance of justice being upheld through lawful means.