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She is a morphine addict and is trying to get off of it. That is why each time the alarm clock rings, her maid makes the children leave so she can have her "medicine"
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What did Atticus say to Mrs Dubose as he approached her on her porch?
Atticus said to Mrs. Dubose, "I missed you today."
Why was Jem angry with Mrs Dubose?
because mrs. dubose said that atticus "lawed for n word"
Why does Jem knock the top off of Mrs. Dubose's flowers in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Jem is upset with Mrs. Dubose's racist comments towards his father, so he retaliates by destroying her flowers as an act of rebellion. Jem is trying to stand up for his family and assert his own sense of justice in response to Mrs. Dubose's bigotry.
What book does Jem read to mrs dubose?
At first, it seems that Jem reads to Mrs. Dubose because Atticus is punishing him by telling him to go to Mrs. Dubose and apologize for what he has done. Mrs. Dubose tells him in order to make up the mess he created, he has to read to her for two hours a day for a month. Jem had pulled out many camellias and leaves on Mrs. Dubose's property because he was anguished by her comments on his father. Mrs. Dubose was the first adult to say that Atticus is no better than black people and the trash (being a lawyer) works for. After Mrs.Dubose dies, we learn that Atticus would have even asked him to de so if he didn't wreck her property. It turns out that she was a morphine addict and to get of the drug Jem would read to her so her mind and body would be of the drug so she can break her habit before she dies. Hope this helps :)
What does Mrs. Dubose say that pushes Jem over the edge What does he do to retaliate Why does Atticus defend Mrs. Dubose?
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus and calls him names for defending Tom Robinson. Jem responds by destroying Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes. Atticus defends Mrs. Dubose because he believes in showing compassion and understanding towards others, even those who may hold different views or attitudes.
Mrs dubose was addicted to?
morphine
Why does Jen destroy mrs dubose garden?
Jen destroys Mrs. Dubose's garden out of frustration and anger towards her strict and critical ways. Jen feels stifled by Mrs. Dubose's expectations and boundaries, leading her to act out destructively.
Who was the old lady that was addicted to morphine in to kill a mockingbird?
The old lady addicted to morphine in "To Kill a Mockingbird" is Mrs. Dubose. She is shown as a symbol of strength and overcoming personal struggles, as she tries to kick her addiction before passing away.
What chapter does Jem kill Mrs. Dubose's azaleas in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Jem knocks the heads off Mrs. Dubose's CAMELLIAS, NOT azaleas. (It is instead Miss Maudie who nurtures azaleas in her garden.). This happens in Chapter 11, page 114 (may vary depending on your particular book).
What does atticus say about the flowers mrs dubose has in her yard?
Atticus describes the camellias in Mrs. Dubose's yard as "the beginnings of a smile" which symbolizes the hope and recovery she is striving for in overcoming her addiction. He recognizes their beauty despite the negativity surrounding Mrs. Dubose.
What is Mrs Dubose battling?
Mrs. Dubose is battling a morphine addiction. She is trying to overcome her addiction in order to die free of it.
What is mrs dubose full name?
Mrs. Henry Lafayette Dubose is an elderly woman who lives near the Finch's. She is hated by the children, who run by her house to avoid her. Scout describes Mrs. Dubose as 'plain hell.' A virulent racist, she calls Atticus a "nigger-lover" to his children, and the upset Jem ravages Mrs. Dubose's camellias. As a punishment, Jem is forced to read to Mrs. Dubose each day for a month. Mrs. Dubose has a fit each time he reads- drooling, twitching, and more. When an alarm rings, Jem is allowed to leave. After a month and a week of reading, Jem is finally allowed to stop. Mrs. Dubose dies shortly thereafter. Atticus informs Jem that Mrs. Dubose had fallen victim to an addiction to morphine. By reading to her, Jem had distracted her so that she could conquer her addiction and die free from painkillers. In thanks, she leaves him a candy box with a camellia flower in it. Jem disposes of the box in anger, but is later seen by Scout admiring the flower. Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose was the bravest person he ever knew, and he was trying to teach Jem the importance of bravery and respect and the importance of true courage and endurance when the situation is hopeless, as in her morphine addiction. After Atticus explains why Mrs. Dubose sent him the flower, Jem learns to admire it.
