Tom Robinson
When Ewell was on the stand, Atticus asked him to write his name. Signing your name is a habit; you'll always use your dominant hand. Ewell complied, not realizing why Atticus asked for this.
Atticus did not chose to defend Tom. He was appointed to the case by Judge Taylor. However, Atticus is determined to represent him because he believs it is the right thing to do and it just comes down to moral responsibility in the end.
Atticus Finch asked the sheriff to smarten up, and just shoot the neighbourhood dog which was had mad dog disease. During the trial, he asked "was a doctor called?'
Atticus Finch chose to represent Tom Robinson because Atticus believed he was innocent. The entire town assumed Tom Robinson was guilty, but Atticus did not have the same prejudices as the rest of the town and represented him.
Atticus asked that all spectators be removed from the courthouse.
Heck Tate, the sheriff of Maycomb, asked Atticus Finch to shoot Tim Johnson, the rabid dog, because he believed Atticus was the best shot in town. Atticus reluctantly agrees and demonstrates his excellent marksmanship by taking down the rabid dog with a single shot.
Scout is supposed to get the pearl necklace when Atticus dies in "To Kill a Mockingbird". Atticus instructs Scout to give it to Jem and wear it for him, symbolizing the bond between the siblings and their father's love.
She says I didn't ask you, I asked him (and was referring to Atticus.
Miss Maudie believes that appointing Atticus as Tom Robinson's lawyer was not an accident because she knows that Atticus has a strong sense of justice and integrity. She trusts that Atticus will do his best to defend Tom Robinson fairly, regardless of the prejudice and racism present in the community. Miss Maudie understands that Atticus was chosen for his moral character and dedication to the truth.
John Adams was asked to represent the New England state of Massachusetts at the convention but he was unable to attend. Adams was the first continental delegate to represent the state of Massachusetts in 1775.
Maine
That Atticus can no longer teach Scout how to read as she believes Atticus is teaching her incorrectly.