To Kill a Mockingbird was set in Southern Alabama in the early 1930's.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," African Americans are not allowed to serve on juries in Alabama during that time period. The exclusion of African Americans from juries was a common practice in many Southern states at that time.
Yes, the Jim Crow laws were in effect during the time period in which "To Kill a Mockingbird" is set. The novel is set in the 1930s in the southern United States, a time when racial segregation and discrimination were prevalent under Jim Crow laws.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the jury is out for a few hours before returning with their verdict in Chapter 21. This period of time creates a tense atmosphere as everyone waits to see the outcome of the trial.
During the refreshment period in "To Kill a Mockingbird," Scout stands up to her cousin Francis when he insults her father, Atticus. She becomes upset and reacts with physical violence, eventually leading to a scolding from her uncle Jack. Scout's behavior during this time demonstrates her strong sense of loyalty and defense of her family.
J. B. Lippincott & Co. (a Time-Warner Company) is the publisher of the book To Kill a Mockingbird.
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In "To Kill a Mockingbird," some clues that help determine the time period include references to the Great Depression, racial segregation laws, and mentions of historical events like the Scottsboro Boys trial. The language, clothing styles, and technology described in the book also reflect the early 1930s.
There are 31 chapters in "To Kill a Mockingbird".
The Great Depression
The Production Budget for To Kill A Mockingbird was $2,000,000.
The jury in "To Kill a Mockingbird" is made up of white men from Maycomb County. They are all male and all white, reflecting the racial and gender biases of the time period in which the novel is set.
To Kill a Mockingbird was directed by Robert Mulligan.