they talk about the mrunas and how they feel so bad for them yet they treat the colored folks at their home like trash.
Scout punched her cousin right in the mouth
Grace Merriweather is one of the women at Aunt Alexandra's missionary. She speaks of J. Everett Grimes and his missionary work with the Mrunas in Africa but is hypocritical for lacking sympathy and kindness.
In To Kill a Mockingbird, Aunt Alexandra says that Walter Cunningham, Jr., cannot come over because he is trash.
Aunt Alexandra hosts a group of church ladies at the Finche's house.:P Hope this helped!
Aunt Alexandra's Missionary Circle in "To Kill a Mockingbird" serves as a social and charitable organization that reflects the traditional values and social dynamics of Maycomb. It highlights the women's roles in the community, emphasizing their engagement in social issues, albeit often from a narrow and prejudiced perspective. The circle represents the intersection of domestic life and social activism, while also showcasing the hypocrisy of the members, who claim to support charitable causes yet maintain racist attitudes. Through this group, Harper Lee critiques societal norms and the complexities of morality in the South during the 1930s.
You should read the book (it is good), then you could answer all these questions yourself.
Grace Merriweather is one of the women at Aunt Alexandra's missionary. She speaks of J. Everett Grimes and his missionary work with the Mrunas in Africa but is hypocritical for lacking sympathy and kindness.
Aunt Alexandra invites Scout to her missionary circle in an attempt to introduce her to more refined and traditional aspects of being a lady. She hopes that by participating in such activities, Scout will be influenced to adopt more feminine behaviors and conform to societal expectations of women in Maycomb.
Aunt Alexandra's missionary circle was comprised of the women in Maycomb who were involved in missionary work to help the African tribes in Africa. Some of the members included Mrs. Grace Merriweather, Mrs. Farrow, and Miss Maudie Atkinson.
Scout feels more at home in her father's world because he nurtures her individuality and treats her with respect and understanding, while Aunt Alexandra expects her to conform to traditional societal roles and expectations. Atticus values her curiosity and independence, making Scout feel accepted and appreciated for who she truly is.
Aunt Alexandra's Missionary Scout Meeting is held at the Finch house.
Important events for Aunt Alexandra are her Ladies Missionary Club meetings and her Ladies Tea Parties. Aunt Alexandra is a real life "Steel Magnolia", unabashedly proud of the Finch name, determined to maintain their position within the southern aristocracy, and bound and determined to change Scout into a lady whether she wants it or not.