Scout's response is that she understands, but Atticus realizes that she is lying when he sees her perspective. He knows that she is protecting Boo Radley by not revealing the truth about what happened.
Scout asks Atticus what a "whore-lady" is, as she heard it from Francis while they were fighting. She is confused by the term and wants Atticus to explain it to her.
Atticus asks Mr. Tate if he sent for a doctor when he arrived at the Ewell house, to which Mr. Tate replies 'No'. Atticus then asks Mr. Ewell why he didn't call a doctor, to which Mr. Ewell hesitates and does not provide a clear answer, indicating their lack of concern for Mayella's condition.
Scout is curious about Atticus's visit to the Radley house out of genuine interest and concern for their reclusive neighbor Boo Radley. Atticus tells her that he was just returning a hat that Boo had left on the fence, keeping the information brief and not discussing anything further.
Mr. Ewell spits in atticus's face and asks if atticus thinks he's to good to reply, this is when atticus says "no, to old."
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," a notable example of repartee is the exchange between Scout and Atticus Finch when Scout asks him if they are poor. Atticus replies by saying that they are indeed poor financially, but rich in other ways. This witty and clever response showcases Atticus' astuteness and ability to impart important life lessons to his daughter.
Alexandra asks Atticus to tell Scout and Jem to behave like proper children and to not embarrass the family. She wants them to adhere to the standards of the Finch family's social status.
no it says somewhere in the beginning when scout asks her dad if they were poor and atticus says yes
Scout asks Atticus if he and Walter Cunningham Sr. are poor, to which Atticus responds that they are not. Scout then wonders if the Ewells are considered white, leading to a discussion about societal issues and background.
Aunt Alexandra asks Atticus to explain the children because she disapproves of their behavior and wants Atticus to instill in them a sense of proper behavior and manners. She believes Atticus should be more authoritative and involved in their upbringing.
Atticus responds by saying that it is a sin to kill a mockingbird because they do nothing but bring joy and music to the world. He explains to Jem that mockingbirds are innocent creatures and it is wrong to harm them.
The judge asks Mayella what she's scared of, and she points to Atticus