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Atticus shot the dog because he was rabid, and Atticus was the best shot in town.
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What is Jem's response after Atticus shoots the mad dog?
Jem is impressed with Atticus and he responds by saying that Atticus is a gentleman like him. Jem is Atticus' son in To Kill A Mockingbird.
What are some brave things that Atticus does in To Kill a Mockingbird?
atticus kills the crazy dog that was tormenting the neightbourhood, he used his surprinsingly remarkable shotting skills to one shot kill the dog
Who fired a gun in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Bob Ewell fired a gun in "To Kill a Mockingbird" during the final confrontation with Atticus Finch and his children.
What chapter does the dog die in to kill a mockingbird?
The dog, Tim Johnson, is shot and killed in Chapter 10 of "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Atticus Finch.
Where does the bullet hit the dog in to kill a mocking bird?
In the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, the bullet hits the rabid dog that Atticus Finch shoots dead, not a dog that is a character in the story. The dog had rabies and posed a danger to the community, so Atticus had to put it down to protect others.
Who does Atticus shoot and kill?
Atticus Finch does not shoot and kill anyone in the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. He is a respected lawyer and moral figure who embodies principles of justice and compassion.
What kills the mad dog in To Kill a Mockingbird?
The mad dog in To Kill a Mockingbird is shot and killed by Atticus Finch, the father of Scout and Jem. He demonstrates his sharpshooting skills by taking down the rabid dog, Tim Johnson, in one shot.
Which character does Francis describe as a Stray dog In the book to kill a mockingbird?
In the book "To Kill a Mockingbird," Francis describes Atticus as a "Stray dog." He uses this term as an insult to show his disdain for Atticus' defense of Tom Robinson, and to suggest that Atticus is going against his own family by doing so.
What chapter is the rabid dog in to kill a mockingbird?
The rabid dog incident in "To Kill a Mockingbird" occurs in Chapter 10 when Atticus shoots the dog, Tim Johnson, to protect the town from his rabies infection.
What is the name of scout's dog in to kill a mockingbird?
The name of Scout's dog in "To Kill a Mockingbird" is Tim Johnson. He is a stray dog that Atticus Finch shoots to protect the town from rabies.
What brave thing does Atticus do in chapter 10 to kill a mockingbird?
Atticus shoots the wild dog roaming around the neighborhood with Heck Tate's rifle.
What do we learn about Atticus's shooting skills?
Heck Tate insists Atticus shoot the mad dog because there is only one chance to kill it. We learn that Atticus is an excellent shot, and that he was called "One Shot Finch".
