from boo radley
Pennies, gum, a watch, soap figurines.
the two pennies in a velvet box, the watch, the yarn, the gum and im not sure about the fifth
The first gifts to appear in the tree: A piece of gum
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the five objects found in the knothole of the tree were two pieces of chewing gum, a pack of gum, a spelling bee medal, and a pocket watch. These items were significant in the story as they were left by Boo Radley for Scout and Jem to find.
gum
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.
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 items in the tree in "To Kill a Mockingbird" include gum, a spelling bee medal, two Indian-head pennies, a spelling machine, and a pocket watch. These items are left in a knothole of a tree by Boo Radley for Jem and Scout to find.
it's in chapter 6
she foud tinfoil with a piece of gum in it!!
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the gum symbolizes innocence and kindness, as it is a small gesture of friendship between Scout and Boo Radley. It also represents the connection between the children's curiosity about Boo and their growing understanding of empathy and compassion.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the gum represents a friendly and generous gesture from Boo Radley to Scout and Jem. It serves as a symbol of Boo's care and concern for the children, as well as his attempts to reach out to them despite his reclusive nature. Additionally, the gum symbolizes the theme of innocence and the purity of childhood in the novel.