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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.
What did Atticus say to Mrs Dubose as he approached her on her porch?
Atticus said to Mrs. Dubose, "I missed you today."
Why was Jem angry with Mrs Dubose?
because mrs. dubose said that atticus "lawed for n word"
What was the real purpose of Jem reading to Mrs. Dubose?
Jem read to Mrs. Dubose as a way to fulfill his punishment for ruining her garden, but also to provide comfort and company in her final days as she struggled with an addiction to morphine. Mrs. Dubose requested the reading as a means to help her overcome her addiction and die free from the control of drugs.
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.
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.
What does Mrs. Dubose say that pushes Jem over the edge What does he do to retaliate Why does Atticus defend Mrs. Dubose?
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus and calls him names for defending Tom Robinson. Jem responds by destroying Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes. Atticus defends Mrs. Dubose because he believes in showing compassion and understanding towards others, even those who may hold different views or attitudes.
Who was the old lady that was addicted to morphine in to kill a mockingbird?
Mrs. Dubose, the mean old lady down the street. The doctor gave her the drugs for her sickness, but she was determined to get rid of the addiction before she died, and that's exactly what she did.mrs. douboseMrs. Dubose.Mrs. Dubose.
Mrs dubose was addicted to?
morphine
Why does Jen destroy mrs dubose garden?
Jen destroys Mrs. Dubose's garden out of frustration and anger towards her strict and critical ways. Jen feels stifled by Mrs. Dubose's expectations and boundaries, leading her to act out destructively.
What is mrs dubose full name?
Mrs. Henry Lafayette Dubose is an elderly woman who lives near the Finch's. She is hated by the children, who run by her house to avoid her. Scout describes Mrs. Dubose as 'plain hell.' A virulent racist, she calls Atticus a "nigger-lover" to his children, and the upset Jem ravages Mrs. Dubose's camellias. As a punishment, Jem is forced to read to Mrs. Dubose each day for a month. Mrs. Dubose has a fit each time he reads- drooling, twitching, and more. When an alarm rings, Jem is allowed to leave. After a month and a week of reading, Jem is finally allowed to stop. Mrs. Dubose dies shortly thereafter. Atticus informs Jem that Mrs. Dubose had fallen victim to an addiction to morphine. By reading to her, Jem had distracted her so that she could conquer her addiction and die free from painkillers. In thanks, she leaves him a candy box with a camellia flower in it. Jem disposes of the box in anger, but is later seen by Scout admiring the flower. Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose was the bravest person he ever knew, and he was trying to teach Jem the importance of bravery and respect and the importance of true courage and endurance when the situation is hopeless, as in her morphine addiction. After Atticus explains why Mrs. Dubose sent him the flower, Jem learns to admire it.
What does atticus say about the flowers mrs dubose has in her yard?
Atticus describes the camellias in Mrs. Dubose's yard as "the beginnings of a smile" which symbolizes the hope and recovery she is striving for in overcoming her addiction. He recognizes their beauty despite the negativity surrounding Mrs. Dubose.
