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Who gives Scout advice on being a lady?
Aunt Alexandra
In this chapter Scout learns something about being a lady and about Aunt Alexandra. Explain.?
In this chapter, Scout learns from Aunt Alexandra that being a lady is associated with strict social expectations and conformity to traditional gender roles. She also learns that Aunt Alexandra values family reputation and believes in upholding the Finch name. Scout struggles with these new expectations imposed on her by Aunt Alexandra, as they conflict with her tomboyish nature and independent spirit.
How did scout fail aunt Alexandra at the tea party?
At the tea party, Scout fails Aunt Alexandra by not adhering to the expected etiquette and by questioning the social norms and values upheld by her aunt and the other ladies present. Scout's attire, behavior, and attitude do not conform to the traditional expectations of a young girl in that society, leading to her being reprimanded by Aunt Alexandra.
What evidence is there that scout was beginning to change her opinion about her aunt Alexandra?
Scout's changing opinion about her Aunt Alexandra is seen when Scout begins to notice her aunt's sensitivity and vulnerability. There is a shift in their relationship as Scout starts to understand her aunt better and empathize with her perspective and concerns. This change is evidenced by Scout's growing acceptance of Aunt Alexandra's presence in the household and her willingness to adhere to some of her aunt's expectations.
Who is Jem and Scout's aunt in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'?
Aunt Alexandra
Why is Aunt Alexandra living with the Finch's?
Because both Atticus and Aunt Alexandra thought that Scout (Jean Louise) needed a feminine influce in her life. Since Scout's mother passed away when Scout was little, Scout had little knowledge about becoming a woman. She even took it offensive when Jem yelled at Scout for becoming a "girl"
Why is Aunt Alexandra staying with the Finches in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Aunt Alexandra's most primary focus when arriving in Maycomb was to teach Scout how to be more lady-like as she thought she had too much Men around her and no women to teach her etiquettes and how to dress.
Who is older Atticus or Aunt Alexandra?
Atticus is older than Aunt Alexandra. Atticus is the father of Scout and Jem, while Aunt Alexandra is Atticus's sister.
Who is Alexandra from To Kill a Mockingbird?
Alexandra Finch Hancock is Atticus Finch's sister in Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird." She comes to live with the Finch family to provide a motherly influence for Scout. Alexandra is traditional, proper, and concerned with upholding the family's reputation in the community.
What is aunt Alexandra's problem with scout for being cunninghams friend?
Aunt Alexandra believes that the Cunninghams are not socially equal to the Finch family, so she disapproves of Scout being friends with Walter Cunningham. She thinks that associating with the Cunninghams could affect the family's reputation and social standing.
What is the significance of aunt Alexandra saying I'm sorry brother to atticus?
Aunt Alexandra is rather pushy, and she wants to raise Scout differently than she's currently being raised. Both Atticus and Scout are sensible people, but don't feel the change is necessary, and despite his sister having the best intentions, she doesn't quite understand that they're happy the way they are, or why that is ok.
In To Kill a Mockingbird what are the differences and similarities of miss Maudie and Aunt Alexandra?
Aunt Alexandra is Scout and Jem's aunt who wants to teach Scout to act like a girl. She is Attitus' sister and in the end of the book she moves in with them to help out Attitus. Miss Maudie is the Finch's neighbor and Scout and Jem always visit her and she makes them cakes. She likes to be outside and water her flowers. She has been in the neighborhood for a long time and doesn't find it as necessary as Aunt Alexandra does.
