Why aunt Alexandra and Atticus are fighting?

Answer 1

There are a few reasons why they butt heads-

Aunt A. wants Scout to be a lady, Atticus wants to let her be a kid.

Aunt A. wants to fire Calpurnia, Atticus insists she is part of the family.

Aunt A. is a gossip, Atticus minds his own business

Answer 2

Aunt Alexandra and Atticus are fighting because they have conflicting views on how to raise Scout and Jem. Aunt Alexandra believes in upholding the family's reputation and conforming to societal expectations, while Atticus values individuality and fairness. Their disagreement represents a clash between tradition and progressiveness in their family dynamic.

Answer 3

There are severe differences between Atticus and Aunt Alexandra. She sees things as family lineage and status in the town, while Atticus understands and accepts the town differences. Aunt Alexandra believes Scout should act more like a female, and Atticus loves her the way she is.

Answer 4

Alexandra wanted Atticus to get rid of Calpurnia because she did not think she was needed.