William was small and undernourished, with bruises and scars on his face and arms. He also appeared to be scared and withdrawn, showing signs of abuse and neglect.
Because at the end Willie goes to live with Mr Tom Oakley forever and he can say, every night, Goodnight Mr Tom.The name of the novel comes from something William said early on in the story. Up to this point William had been addressing Tom as "Mister". Mr Oakley tells William you can call me Tom. William immediately replies "Goodnight Mister Tom"
Yes, he did live with Mr. Tom and also Mr.Tom adopted William Beech!
He sees mayella trying to get with Tom Robinson.
Mr. Ewell arrived on the scene to find his daughter Mayella interacting with Tom Robinson in a way that he perceived as disrespectful or inappropriate. This sight infuriated him, fueling his anger and leading to the events that followed.
Nick Robinson
no he didnt Nick Robinson did but he dose look like a young James sutton well spoted :)
Nick Robinson did.
William Beech's mum died by suicide you can see chapter 20 in good night Mr Tom on page 379
What did william have attatched to his curtain
"Goodnight Mr. Tom" is a novel by Michelle Magorian about a young boy named William Beech who is sent to live with a reclusive old man, Tom Oakley, during World War II. The story follows their journey as William learns to trust and love again, and Tom heals from his own past traumas. It explores themes of friendship, loss, and the power of human connection.
Mr. Tom felt shocked and concerned after reading the letter from Mrs. Beech. He realized the depth of the abuse and neglect that William had experienced and felt a sense of responsibility to care for the boy.
In "Goodnight Mr. Tom," Rachel, who is Tom's deceased wife, is mentioned to have died during childbirth. Though her death occurs before the events of the story and is not depicted directly, it is a significant part of Tom's backstory and influences his character throughout the novel. The impact of her loss is felt as Tom navigates his relationship with the young boy, William.