In chapter 14 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Dill unexpectedly shows up at Jem and Scout's house. He had run away from his home in Meridian and hitchhiked to Maycomb to be with his friends. His arrival sparks excitement and concern among the Finch children.
Boo Radley unexpectedly shows up in the Finch house at the end of Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird." He intervenes to protect Scout and Jem from an attack by Bob Ewell, ultimately saving their lives.
In the book To Kill a Mockingbird, Boo Radley unexpectedly shows up in court to protect Scout and Jem from Bob Ewell's attack, ultimately saving their lives. His appearance highlights his underlying kindness and bravery, challenging the assumptions made about him by the townspeople.
Calpurnia calls Jem "Mr. Jem" in Chapter 12 of "To Kill a Mockingbird." This shows her respect for Jem and her attempt to instill manners and politeness in the children.
Chapter 24 in "To Kill a Mockingbird" serves to highlight the social hierarchy and attitudes towards race in Maycomb. It also shows the hypocrisy and superficiality of the ladies in the missionary circle, particularly towards the African American community. Additionally, the chapter sets the stage for the events that unfold later in the novel.
The German Soldiers come to Uncle Henrik's house unexpectedly and ask who is in the casket.
In Chapter 8 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Boo displays his caring nature by leaving gifts for Jem and Scout in the knothole of the Radley tree. This act shows that Boo is thoughtful and kind, despite his reclusive behavior. It also hints at his desire to connect with the children in a subtle and anonymous way.
Bob Ewell
In Chapter 2 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Mr. Cunningham pays Atticus with a sack of hickory nuts instead of money for his legal services. This shows Mr. Cunningham's respect for Atticus and his family, as he knows that Atticus is willing to help those who may not be able to afford his services.
Tom Buchanan shows up unexpectedly at Gatsby's mansion one Sunday while he is having a party. This causes tension and leads to a confrontation between Gatsby and Tom.
Kyoko Honda's past starts at Chapter 90.
In Chapter 10 of "To Kill A Mockingbird" we are finally given the story behind the title of the novel. There is a metaphor that shows mockingbirds in a pure and innocent light. It is as if the mockingbird represents innocence and killing it represents the evils of the world. Scout recalls that the only time she ever heard Atticus say that something was a sin was when he said "Remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird." She then asks Miss Maudie about this and Miss Maudie responds "Your father is right...Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us. That's why it's a sin to kill a mockingbird." They are saying that the mockingbird is such an innocent creature that by killing it you commit terrible sin.
At the end of chapter 9 Scout says: "But I never figured out how Atticus knew I was listening, and it was not until many years later that I realized he wanted me to hear every word he said." Also at the end of chapter 24: "After all, if Aunty could be a lady at a time like this, so could I."