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She is afraid of him because she doesnt want him to do what he did to her father during the trial (write her name on paper). She also beleives that he insults her by calling her "Miss", since no one has ever called her that before. That gives you a good idea on how she is treated by others.
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∙ 12y agoShe was afraid of Atticus because no man had ever treated her with respect before and Atticus did. Also she was afraid that if she told the truth, her father would do something horrible to her.
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∙ 6y agoYou really should read the book- it is a really good one. During the trial she is angry at Atticus- she thinks he is mocking her because he speaks politely. She is furious that she has been caught lying about Tom Robinson, and lashes out at Atticus.
Mayella Ewell accused Atticus Finch of insulting and mocking her during the trial. She became defensive and agitated when Atticus questioned her on the witness stand.
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∙ 15y agoShe thinks that hes scary and that hes making fun of her.
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∙ 12y agoShe was offended. When asked her about her friends, she believed he was making fun of her because she has no friends.
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∙ 11y agoShe didn't like him and disapproved of him defending Tom Robinson in court.
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∙ 14y agoShe thought he was sassin' her.
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What make Atticus mock mayella?
Actually, Atticus doesnt mock Mayella. Mayella thinks Atticus is mocking her because he is caller her Ma'am and Miss Mayella, which she isnt used to.
Whom does Mayella say she is afraid of?
The judge asks Mayella what she's scared of, and she points to Atticus
Why does mayella cry in court?
Mayella cries because she thinks Atticus will find out that her father really did it.
Who does Atticus suggest beat mayella?
Atticus suggests that Mayella's father, Bob Ewell, beat her. He mentions during the trial that it was likely Bob Ewell who harmed Mayella out of anger and frustration, rather than Tom Robinson.
What does atticus says mayella is guilty of?
"Tempting a Negro"
Who yelled at the jury and Atticus?
Bob Ewell or Mayella
Why is mayella's reaction to atticus' behavior in court ironic?
Mayella's reaction to Atticus' behavior in court is ironic because Atticus is the only person actually trying to defend her and seek justice for her, yet she is hostile towards him. Despite his efforts to help her, Mayella feels threatened by Atticus' questioning and sees him as an enemy due to her prejudiced views.
What point does atticus try to establish through Mayella's testimony or lack of it?
Atticus aims to show that Mayella is not a reliable witness by poking holes in her story and highlighting inconsistencies. He tries to establish that Mayella's accusations against Tom Robinson are a result of her own personal issues and not based on factual events. Atticus demonstrates that her testimony lacks credibility, bringing into question the integrity of the case against Tom.
Why did mayella become angry with atticus when he questioned her?
Mayella became angry with Atticus when he questioned her because she felt humiliated and defensive. Atticus was challenging her version of events during the trial, which made Mayella uncomfortable and angry. She may have also felt frustrated by the fact that Atticus was exposing the truth behind her false accusations.
How did Mayella react to the politeness of Atticus?
Mayella Ewell was surprised and taken aback by Atticus's politeness during the trial. She had likely never encountered someone treating her with respect and courtesy before, which made her uncomfortable and defensive.
Why does Atticus want the jury to have a picture of mayella's life?
Atticus wants the jury to have a picture of Mayella's life to show the challenging circumstances she faces, which may have influenced her actions. By providing this context, Atticus hopes to humanize Mayella and help the jury understand her perspective, potentially leading to a more empathetic decision.
In To Kill a Mockingbird chap 18-24 what does mayella think of Atticus?
In those chapters, Mayella Ewell's thoughts about Atticus Finch are complex. While she falsely accuses him of assaulting her in court, it is implied that she may feel conflicted about him due to his respectful demeanor towards her during the trial. Mayella comes from a difficult home situation and may have mixed feelings about Atticus, who treats both her and her father, Bob Ewell, with dignity and respect.
