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Because he did not want any more trouble in Maycomb pertaining to Tom Robinson's case. He knew that it was improbable that Jem could have killed him, considering he is half of Bob Ewell's size and had just broken his arm. Although it could be inferred Boo killed him, he did not want to trouble him, because he didn't do anything wrong. He saved the kids, and did the town a favor.
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Why did Heck Tate insist the Bob Ewell fell on his own knife?
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9 Why did Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife?
Heck Tate insisted that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife to protect Boo Radley from having to face the consequences of killing Bob to save Scout and Jem. He believed that it was better to keep Boo's involvement a secret to preserve his privacy and peace.
Why did Heck Tate insist that Bob Ewells fell on his own knife?
Heck Tate insisted that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife to protect Boo Radley, who had killed Ewell in order to save Scout and Jem from being harmed. Tate believed that exposing Boo's actions would bring unwanted attention and possible harm to Boo, so he chose to keep the truth hidden.
What did heck tate decide to announce publicly about the death w y?
He decided to tell the town that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife and killed himself, to protect Boo Radley from unwanted attention and scrutiny. Heck Tate believed it was the best outcome for all involved.
Who asks to leave the room after hearing about Bob Ewells death?
Heck Tate asks Atticus to leave the room after hearing about Bob Ewell's death in the book "To Kill a Mockingbird." Heck Tate insists that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife and that Boo Radley should not be brought into the public eye.
What assessment does Heck Tate make about Bob Ewell's character?
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 does Sheriff Tate insist happened?
Sheriff Tate insists that Bob Ewell accidentally fell on his own knife and it was self-inflicted, as he tries to protect the innocence and bravery of Boo Radley. He doesn't want Boo to face unwanted attention or consequences for saving Scout and Jem.
Who Is heck tate actually protecting by saying the Ewell fell on his own knife?
By saying that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife, Heck Tate is protecting Arthur (Boo) Radley from the unwanted attention of the town. He knows Boo only intended to protect Jem and Scout, and that he is a shy, kind man. Boo would be very uncomfortable if attention was drawn to his actions. As Scout says, it would be like killing a mockingbird, for it would bring pain to a kind-hearted man who only wants to help others.
Who does Mr Heck Tate find under the tree?
Mr. Heck Tate find Bob Ewell dead under the tree with a knife in him.
Why does Heck Tate decide that Bob Ewell feel on his own knife?
Heck Tate decides that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife because he wants to protect Boo Radley, who actually killed Bob Ewell to save Scout and Jem. Tate believes that revealing Boo as the hero would subject him to unwanted attention and publicity, so he opts to keep the truth hidden for Boo's sake.
What are Atticus and heck Tate arguing about?
Boo Radley killed Bob Ewell because Bob was trying to kill Jem and Scout. At first, Atticus believes Jem did it. Heck Tate insists that they claim Bob Ewell fell on his knife. Atticus thinks Heck is protecting Jem and he does not want to cover up what he thinks happened. When he finally understands that Boo did it he agrees to the lie.
'' to kill a mockingbird '' where does the sheriff say he had gotten the switchblade?
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the sheriff, Heck Tate, reveals that he found the switchblade that Bob Ewell used in the attack on Scout and Jem near the Ewell house after the incident. Heck Tate states that Bob Ewell fell on his knife during the struggle, leading to his own demise.
