maybe he was embarassed by Scout because she started talking about his son and that how he pays off to them, after all Scout`s father heleped him once when Cunninghams family was in trouble with money, as mr Atticus said once that crisis affected to his family harder than to Scout`s family
Mr. Cunningham
It was Mr. Cunningham's son. It was lunch and not dinner. It is To Kill A Mockingbird. There is no How in the title.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the man who takes the longest to be convinced that Tom Robinson is guilty is an elderly juror known as Mr. Cunningham. He is characterized as compassionate and fair-minded, ultimately being swayed by Atticus Finch's strong case and moral conviction.
Scout making a conversation with Mr. Cunningham.
Mr. Cunningham and the other men came to the jail to lynch Tom Robinson for raping a Mayella Ewell.
In the book To Kill A Mockingbird, Mr. Cunningham pays Atticus with hickory nuts and other items. Mr. Cunningham is very poor and has to pay by giving goods rather than money to Atticus.
In the book, To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout recognizes Mr. Cunningham in the mob at the jail.
Pride. Mr. Cunningham's refusal to accept charity was a result of his pride and sense of self-worth.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," a mob of men shows up at the jailhouse to confront Atticus. However, Scout interrupts the confrontation by recognizing Mr. Cunningham and engaging him in conversation, ultimately defusing the situation.
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.
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," Scout unknowingly diffuses the tension during the mob scene at the jail by recognizing Mr. Cunningham and engaging him in conversation about his son, Walter. This interaction with Scout reminds Mr. Cunningham of his humanity and the respect he has for Atticus. This ultimately leads him to disperse the mob and prevent any harm to Atticus.
Atticus does not expect payment from Mr. Cunningham for his legal services. Instead, Mr. Cunningham pays Atticus with a sack of hickory nuts. This illustrates the deep respect and gratitude that Mr. Cunningham holds for Atticus and his moral character, and highlights the theme of compassion and understanding in "To Kill a Mockingbird."