In the book To Kill a Mockingbird jem and scout's respect for their father is greatly increased when he?

Answer 1

Jem shows his respect for Atticus in many ways. At the end of Chapter 5, Atticus tricks Jem into confessing that the kids are making fun of Boo, realizing later "that he had been done in by the oldest lawyer's trick on record." In Chapter 6, Jem decides to go back for his lost pants because

"Atticus ain't ever whipped me since I can remember. I wanta keep it that way... We shouldn'a done that tonight, Scout."

Later, in Chapter 10, Jem and Scout learn that Atticus is a crack shot with a rifle, something that he has never bragged about. Jem is proud of Atticus' humble ways, and he calls out that "Atticus is a gentleman, just like me!"

Answer 2

When Atticus courageously defends Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman, Jem and Scout witness his unwavering moral integrity and dedication to justice. This experience deeply impacts their admiration and respect for their father.

Answer 3

First they thought he couldn't do anything cause he never did anything like normal dads he only read but they found out their dad used to be ol'one shot and was the best shooter.

Answer 4

Defends a black man from rape charges and stands up against racism.

Or,

Shoots a mad dog from a long distance.

Depends which you find more impressive.