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When Jem was reading Mrs Dubose was trying to free herself from?

When Jem was reading, Mrs. Dubose was trying to free herself from her morphine addiction. She wanted to die without being dependent on the medication. Jem reading to her was a way to distract her from her withdrawals.


What is Mrs Dubose battling?

Mrs. Dubose is battling a morphine addiction. She is trying to overcome her addiction in order to die free of it.


In To Kill a Mockingbird what is Mrs Dubose trying to overcome?

her addiction to morphene.


What did Atticus say to Mrs Dubose as he approached her on her porch?

Atticus said to Mrs. Dubose, "I missed you today."


Why does Jem knock the top off of Mrs. Dubose's flowers in To Kill a Mockingbird?

Jem is upset with Mrs. Dubose's racist comments towards his father, so he retaliates by destroying her flowers as an act of rebellion. Jem is trying to stand up for his family and assert his own sense of justice in response to Mrs. Dubose's bigotry.


What request does Mrs. Dubose make of Jem?

Mrs. Dubsoe thinks Jem is a troublemaker.


What is Mrs Dubose addicted to in To Kill A Mockingbird?

Mrs. Dubose is addicted to morphine. She is battling this addiction and wants to break free from it before she dies. Her struggle with addiction serves as a subplot in "To Kill a Mockingbird" and showcases themes of courage and redemption.


Does mrs dubose die free of morphine?

Yes, Mrs. Dubose dies free of morphine addiction in the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird". Before her death, she was able to wean herself off the drug with Atticus's help, demonstrating strength and determination in overcoming her addiction.


Why was Jem angry with Mrs Dubose?

because mrs. dubose said that atticus "lawed for n word"


In to kill a mockingbird why did Mrs dubose give jem that camellia?

Mrs. Dubose gave Jem the camellia as a symbol of her attempt to make amends and show her admiration for his courage. She was trying to convey her appreciation for his efforts to overcome his fear and anger towards her.


What are Mrs Dubose's 'fits'?

Mrs. Dubose's "fits" in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' refer to her withdrawal symptoms from morphine addiction. She experiences uncontrollable shaking and anger as she tries to wean herself off the drug before her death.


What does Atticus tell Jem about Mrs. Dubose after her death?

Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose was a recovering morphine addict, and that she was a very strong and brave woman.