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She had come to tell Atticus (who was cross-examining a witness) that his children, Jem and Scout, were missing. they were actually in the courthouse, watching the trial from upstairs in the colored gallery.

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Calpurnia went to the courthouse because Atticus asked her to bring Jem and Scout home from the trial of Tom Robinson. She wanted to ensure the safety of the children and make sure they got home safely.

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how does Atticus try to prove that Mr.Ewell, not Tom, beat up Mayella?

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to tell atticus she cant find the jem and scout.... they later find out they are sitting in the colored section to view things from above

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Lulu is a lady from the church who informs Calpurnia that the kids, Jem and Scout, are at the courthouse. She tells Calpurnia in a harsh tone that the children should not have been brought to the trial.


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