The novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" depicts a segregated society in the South during the 1930s, where racial discrimination was prevalent. The African American characters standing when Atticus walks out of the courtroom symbolizes respect for his defense of Tom Robinson, a black man wrongly accused of a crime in a racially biased trial. It also illustrates the solidarity and support of the African American community for Atticus and his efforts to seek justice.
To show respect for what Atticus has done for the black people in Maycomb.
"Somehow, Atticus had hit her hard in a way that was not clear to me, but it gave him no pleasure to do so. He sat with his head down, and I never saw anybody glare at anyone with the hatred Mayella showed when she left the stand and walked by Atticus's table." To Kill A Mockingbird (Pg. 188)Scout notices that Mayella glared intensely at Atticus (like she never had seen before) as she leaves her stand and walks by Atticus's table because Atticus treated her politely, and she thought he was mocking her because of this, but mainly because he asked her so many questions that proved her story wrong.
Atticus just takes out his hankerchef, whips his face clean and when Mr Ewell threatens to fight him then and there Atticus puts his hands in his pockets. Mr Ewell asks If Atticus is too afraid to fight and Atticus says "No, too old." and walks off.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," it is Boo Radley who walks down the middle aisle and leaves a note for Atticus. He does this as a gesture of gratitude towards Atticus for defending his children, Scout and Jem.
Calpurnia walks down the aisle carrying a note to Atticus from Aunt Alexandra saying that Jem and Scout have been missing for the better part of the day. That help you?
In Chapter 22 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," the black community of Maycomb expresses their gratitude to Atticus through simple gestures like standing in silence as he walks past, and bringing food to his house. Their quiet reverence and respect for Atticus show their appreciation for his efforts in defending Tom Robinson.
Atticus Finch, Scout's father, walks her to school on her first day in Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird."
Atticus sits in front of the Robinson house like a guardian when he is waiting for Helen, showing his support and protection for her as she walks home from work.
"some Negroes lie, some Negroes are immoral, and some Negroes men are to be trusted around women"; the lie that keeps getting perpetuated is that ALL people should ne "lumped "together as if they ALL behave the same way; he is hoping that the jury will treat this case as an individual case and not make generalizations based upon their own prejudices.
The conflict between Bob Ewell and Atticus in "To Kill a Mockingbird" mainly stems from Ewell's resentment towards Atticus for defending Tom Robinson in court. Ewell feels humiliated by the trial's outcome and takes his anger out on Atticus and his family. Atticus remains calm and tries to defuse the situation through his unwavering sense of justice and integrity.
People in the church stand when the bride walks down the aisle as a sign of respect to the young bride.
Atticus waits for Helen every day after Tom Robinson is convicted. He walks her home to ensure her safety, showing kindness and support as she copes with her husband's death. Atticus consistently displays empathy and care for others in the community.
When Bob Ewells met Atticus at the post office he spit in his face, called him names and asked him "Too proud to fight, you 'African American' lovin' *****?" Atticus just walks away. Atticus later tells Jem and Scout not to worry about it because Mr. Ewells just needed to get out his frustration about his reputation being hurt by the trial.