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Atticus says that the only think that Mayella had done wrong, was to tempt a black man "and not an uncle but a young, strong black man," and her father had seen it. Now she is trying to erase the crime that she has done with another, by claiming that an innocent man had sexually assaulted her.
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What according t atticus is the thing that mayella has done wrong?
Atticus says that the only think that Mayella had done wrong, was to tempt a black man "and not an uncle but a young, strong black man," and her father had seen it. Now she is trying to erase the crime that she has done with another, by claiming that an innocent man had sexually assaulted her.
What does Scout notice about Mayella as she leaves the witness stand and passes Atticus' defense table?
"Somehow, Atticus had hit her hard in a way that was not clear to me, but it gave him no pleasure to do so. He sat with his head down, and I never saw anybody glare at anyone with the hatred Mayella showed when she left the stand and walked by Atticus's table." To Kill A Mockingbird (Pg. 188)Scout notices that Mayella glared intensely at Atticus (like she never had seen before) as she leaves her stand and walks by Atticus's table because Atticus treated her politely, and she thought he was mocking her because of this, but mainly because he asked her so many questions that proved her story wrong.
Why does Mayella feel that Atticus is mocking her in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'?
Because Atticus treats her with respect by calling her "Mrs.Mayella" and Ma'amBecause he is just addressing her politely,but she doesnt go to school.so she dosent know how to address people.Mayella thinks that Atticus is making fun of her, because he was simply being courteous and polite. Growing up in the harsh Ewell household, she had never received any respect. Therefore, she thought that Atticus was being sarcastic and was mocking her.No one has ever called her Ms. Miss. or Ma'am before in her life.When Atticus calls her this at the trial, she seems to think that he is mocking her.Mayella is not used to being shown respect. When Atticus calls her ma'am or miss, she thinks he is mocking her.
What might be mayella cying for in court?
She would be crying since she thinks that Atticus is making fun of her. Also, she has to lie for her father and if she doesn't or if she says something wrong, her father may beat her like he was believed to do from before.
Why did Atticus bring up the fact that Tom Robinson had been in trouble before?
To show that Tom is honest. Tom answers atticus' question honestly and admits he's been in trouble before, therefore it shows he's honest & will answer truthfully when he's questioned about Mayella Ewelle.
What was wrong with dog that Atticus shot?
it had rabes
How does Atticus show that Tom Robinson could not have committed the crime he is accused of?
Atticus asks Mr. Bob Ewell to write his name on a piece of paper while he is cross examining him. Mr. Ewell writes his name with his left hand, so he is left handed, which proves that Tom Robinson could not have raped and beaten Ms. Mayella Ewell, because Tom Robinson's left arm is completely crippled from an accident he had long ago. Ms. Mayella Ewell had been beaten on the right side of her body. Atticus shows that it was Bob Ewell who beat Mayella, but due to the racism in Maycomb, Tom Robinson was wrongly convicted as a black man.
What is atticus's explanation for Tom's attempt escape?
he thinks its wrong
Why is mayella considered a mockingbird in the book to kill a moking bird?
The mockingbird symbolizes innocence, which at first glance you would not think Mayella was innocent. However she did nothing wrong, unless you consider tempting a black man wrong. Then, Bob beat her for her behavior, similar to killing a mockingbird.---------I would argue that Mayella is not innocent, she lies to the court and blames her fault on the innocent Tom Robinson.
What is the one thing Atticus says its a sin to do while using their air rifles?
Atticus says it's a sin to kill a mockingbird while using air rifles. He explains that mockingbirds are innocent creatures who only bring joy through their songs, so it's wrong to harm them.
What does Atticus say about Bob Ewell's threat against him?
Bob Ewell says that he is going to "get him" if it is the last thing he does. This is used to expose Bob Ewell's response to the result of the verdict. It demonstrates Bob Ewell threatening Atticus. Bob represents some of the white community's reactions to the outcome.
What is wrong with tom Johnson in to kill a mockingbird?
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," Tom Robinson is falsely accused of raping Mayella Ewell. Despite overwhelming evidence of his innocence, he is convicted by an all-white jury due to the racial prejudices of the time. Tom's injustice highlights the systemic racism and injustice present in the legal system and society.
