Atticus speaks formally to Mayella to show her respect and treat her politely, despite the circumstances of the trial. By maintaining a level of professionalism and courtesy, Atticus underscores the importance of fairness and justice in the courtroom, regardless of the social status or background of the witness.
The testimony pretty much is mayella contradicting the story of Tom Robinson. Mayella was rude to Atticus and shared the similar story with her father except she kept on changing parts. Tom told his, insulted the spectators with his comment about feeling sorry for her and that's it. Of course Atticus gave his ending powerful speech that didn't sway the jury from the conviction.
Mr. Gilmer is aggressive and accusatory towards Tom during his cross-examination, showing disrespect and prejudice. Atticus, on the other hand, is respectful and polite towards Mayella, even though he challenges her testimony. Atticus demonstrates empathy and understanding towards Mayella, while Mr. Gilmer is confrontational towards Tom.
Bob Ewell, who is Mayella's father, beat her up
Tom Robbinson a black man convicted of raping Mayella Ewell :D
Mayella Ewell was surprised and taken aback by Atticus's politeness during the trial. She had likely never encountered someone treating her with respect and courtesy before, which made her uncomfortable and defensive.
Mayella was bruised badly and had a black eye on her right side. Atticus shows in his cross-examination of Sheriff Tate is that no one called a doctor to help Mayella.
Atticus makes Bob Ewell write his name in court to show that he is left-handed. This is to suggest that Bob Ewell was the one who attacked Mayella Ewell, since the injuries on her face were consistent with a left-handed person.
When Mayella is on the stand the question Atticus asks that makes her furious is "How?" She has just described how Tom Robinson choked and beat her, and Atticus asks Tom to stand up. This draws the jury's attention to the fact that Tom's left arm is useless, making it highly unlikely he was Mayella's attacker. When Tom stands, Atticus asks Mayella if Tom is the man who attacked. When she responds that he is, Atticus asks, "How?"
Mayella is 19 1/2 years old when she is questioned by Atticus during the court hearing.
In those chapters, Mayella Ewell's thoughts about Atticus Finch are complex. While she falsely accuses him of assaulting her in court, it is implied that she may feel conflicted about him due to his respectful demeanor towards her during the trial. Mayella comes from a difficult home situation and may have mixed feelings about Atticus, who treats both her and her father, Bob Ewell, with dignity and respect.
Jem was shocked and disheartened by Mayella's testimony during the trial. He was clearly affected by her false accusations against Tom Robinson and struggled to understand why she would lie. This moment highlighted the injustice and prejudice present in their society.
Atticus proves that Bob Ewell is the one who hit Mayella by highlighting inconsistencies and lies in his testimony during the trial. Atticus demonstrates that Ewell is left-handed, which is consistent with the bruises on Mayella's face indicating a left-handed assailant. Additionally, Atticus questions Ewell about his motives and reveals that he is seeking revenge on Tom Robinson and his family.