they were sad because now their secret friend (Boo/Arthur Radley cant send them any more gifts after mr radley sealed it up. for more information read ch 7
boo radley
Boo Radley always hid little gifts in the knothole of the tree for Jem and Scout to find. He hid things like carved soap dolls of the children, gum, pennies, and more.
Jem and Scout wanted to leave a thank you letter for the person who gave them the presents. Now that the knot-hole was filled up by Mr. Nathan Radley, they cannot thank the person, which made him sad.
boo radley left gifts for jem and scout in the hole of the tree.Boo Radley
It is implied that Boo Radley placed the items (gum and pennies) in the knothole as a gesture of friendship towards Scout and Jem. This act serves as a way for Boo to connect with the children without revealing himself, showing his kindness and longing for companionship.
The first thing scout found in the tree are two pieces of chewing gun
At the beginning of "To Kill A Mockingbird," Scout and Jem might think Boo Radley is evil because of the rumors and stories circulating about him in their neighborhood. The mysterious nature of Boo and the tales surrounding him create a sense of fear and uncertainty in the children's minds, leading them to view him as an evil figure.
I think that everyday the tide changes from being high and being no tide.
She can leave at 3 (same time as Jem)
It is implied in "To Kill a Mockingbird" that Boo Radley was responsible for leaving the gifts in the knothole for Scout and Jem. As for the sewing of Jem's torn pants, it is strongly suggested that Boo Radley also performed this act of kindness as a way to connect with the children and show his goodwill towards them.
- All of the descriptions of Jem hearing things, it puts you right in the book with them. - The quote "This was the stillness before a thunderstorm. We listened" they probably aren't talking about an actual thunderstorm, but just maybe something bad like a thunderstorm that's scary - At the beginning of chapter 28 when they are talking about feeling around everywhere and not being able to see, it made you think something was going to happen which created the suspense - When the night was being described, the wind was growing stronger and there was no moon, which makes you think that there is not light - How Jem and Scout are warned about "haints" (ghosts)
It was a developing relationship. I think it started with their interest in Boo and his friendly deposits in the tree. Their freindship, at least with Scout, was solidified when he saved them from Bob Ewell.