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What does the sheriff say to the townspeople including his wife would do if they knew the truth about who killed bob Ewell?
The sheriff, Heck Tate, says if everyone knew that Boo Radley killed Bob Ewell, that the townspeople would praise Boo and give him flowers ad etc., which Boo doesn't like. Boo prefers a life of solitude with as little socialization as possible. So Heck Tate explains that to cover the story, Bob Ewell "fell on his knife"
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Who does the sheriff think killed Ewell?
The sheriff thinks Jem killed Bob Ewell.
'' to kill a mockingbird '' who does sheriff tate find has been killed in the scuffle?
Sheriff Tate finds that Bob Ewell has been killed in the scuffle.
When sheriff tate investigates the scene of the attack what does he find?
mrs.hoppers class is this??...oh and bob Ewell killed
Why does the sheriff say that Bob Ewell's death was an accident in the book To Kill a Mockingbird?
Heck Tate insists that Bob Ewell's death was self-inflicted because he wanted to save Boo Radley (who actually killed Bob Ewell) from the spotlight that would come from everyone finding out that Boo killed Bob.
What evidence does Atticus discover that suggests that Bob Ewell was killed by Boo Radley?
Atticus discovers that Bob Ewell was killed by Boo Radley based on the sheriff's account of the events that took place at the Radley house. The sheriff reveals that Boo Radley intervened to protect Scout and Jem, and in the struggle, Bob Ewell ended up dead. There were no other witnesses to confirm exactly what happened, but the sheriff's testimony and Boo Radley's reclusive nature provide strong evidence to support this theory.
Who does Sheriff Tate really think is responsible for Bob Ewell's death?
Sheriff Tate believes that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife and died by accident. He knows that Boo Radley actually saved the children from Bob Ewell, but he wants to protect Boo from being in the spotlight and facing scrutiny from the community.
What does Sheriff Tate say about Bob Ewell's death?
Have you not read the book AT ALL?He says that he fell on his own knife and killed himself."Mr. Finch," Mr. Tate said stolidly, "Bob Ewell fell on his knife. He killed himself."- Chapter 30
What happened to Mr Ewell in October?
Bob Ewell ( Mr. Ewell ) was stabbed in the chest in october. He "Fell" on his own knife. Atticus,Jem,Scout, and the Sheriff [< sorry for my spelling]. they all knew that Boo Radley killed him when Bob Ewell attacked scout and Jem.
Do they blame Boo Radley for the murder of Bob Ewell at the end?
No, in "To Kill a Mockingbird", Boo Radley was not blamed for Bob Ewell's murder. Atticus Finch and Sheriff Tate decide to cover up the fact that Boo was the one who killed Bob Ewell in self-defense, choosing to protect Boo from the attention and scrutiny of the public.
Who testifies at the trial in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Heck Tate, Tom Robinson, Bob Ewell, Mayella Ewell.
What misconception did Atticus have have a first about the was Bod Ewell was killed?
Atticus thinks that his son, Jem, killed Bob Ewell. The sheriff, Heck Tate, tells Atticus that Bob fell on the knife, therefore killing himself. However, Atticus refuses to accept what Heck says and believes he is only trying to "cover up" the killing. Later, when Heck explains that Bob was really killed by Boo (Arthur) Radley, Atticus accepts the sheriff's portrayal of Bob's death in order to protect Boo.He thought Jem was responsible for Bob Ewell's death, and was afraid of the legal repercussions. The Sheriff Heck Tate eventually convinced him that Mr. Ewell killed himself by falling on his knife.
Is the switchblade that the sheriff uses to show how Bob died referenced in earlier chapters of To Kill a Mockingbird?
Yes, the switchblade that the sheriff uses to show how Bob died is referenced earlier in the novel when Atticus questions Heck Tate about it during the trial. Heck Tate testifies that Bob Ewell was left-handed and carried a switchblade. This information becomes important later in the story when it is revealed how Bob Ewell was killed.
