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What is Atticus's response to Jem's question about how the jury could have convicted tom?
Atticus explains to Jem that the jury members were human beings with their own biases and prejudices. He wants Jem to understand that sometimes people make unfair judgments based on fear and ignorance, despite the evidence that was presented.
What did Atticus say to the jury that Scout did not hear?
Atticus asked that all spectators be removed from the courthouse.
What does Miss Maudie say about Atticus's ability to have kept the jury out for so long?
Atticus had made the jury have to sit down and actually think about the case instead of just saying black- white. White wins..... Atticus had made the jury have to sit down and actually think about the case instead of just saying black- white. White wins.....
What is the lie Atticus talk about and what is the reality that he is hoping the jury will see?
"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.
When scout and dill return to the courtroom what prediction does jem make?
Jem predicts that Atticus and Tom will win the case and Tom will be found not guilty because of the evidence that proves he is innocent
To Kill a Mockingbird- Why did Harper Lee make it seem like an airtight case in Atticus' favor just prior to the jury's decision?
Harper Lee made it seem like an airtight case in Atticus' favor just prior to the jury's decision to show the racism that was around during that time. Tom and Atticus would have won if Tom was a white man.
What faulty assumptions did scout and jem make in chapter 15?
In Chapter 15 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Scout and Jem make the faulty assumption that Atticus needs protection from the lynch mob that shows up at the jail. They underestimate Atticus's courage and resourcefulness, as he is able to defuse the situation without their help. They also assume that the men in the mob are irredeemably racist and not capable of reason or empathy.
Explain why Atticus has Tom Robinson stand up?
He needed Tom to stand up, that way he could show the Jury that Tom could not use his left arm. Earlier Atticus asked Mr. Ewell which hand he wrote with and he asnwered his left. This way Atticus could show the Jury that Tom could not have raped Mayella because he can not use his left arm.
Who comes to talk to Atticus to warn him that there might be a lynch mob forming to kill Tom Robinson?
Scout, Jem, and Dill come to warn Atticus about a potential lynch mob forming to kill Tom Robinson at the Maycomb jail. They fear for Tom's safety and want to make sure Atticus is aware of the situation.
Why did Atticus put a Cunningham on the jury?
Atticus appears to have been able to accurately assess character by carefully studying how people react to situations. He knew the Cunningham's to be poor, but proud and always insisted they pay their debts even if those debts had to be paid by barter. He also saw how Scout was able to shame Mr. Cunningham when he was with the mob. He felt these reactions proved he was a good candidate.
What is the name or a panel of citizen appointed by a judge?
A panel of ordinary citizens who make decisions is known as a "Jury"
What make Atticus mock mayella?
Actually, Atticus doesnt mock Mayella. Mayella thinks Atticus is mocking her because he is caller her Ma'am and Miss Mayella, which she isnt used to.
