He asks this because if they didnt call a doctor, it kind =a showed the obviousness that they were lying. Also, if they didnt call a doctor, there was no real proof that Tom Robinson raped Mayella Ewell. They can always ask a doctor to examine Mayella whether or not she really was or if she is faking.
Heck Tate is the sheriff of Maycomb County, and he is friends with Atticus Finch. During Tom Robinson's trial for the rape of Mayella, Atticus notes that after the alleged assault, "folks were doing a lot of running round that night. Did anybody think to call for a doctor?" He asks Heck Tate and Mayella's father this question.
Heck Tate is ready with a shotgun in case the boys trouble Atticus in "To Kill a Mockingbird." Heck Tate is the sheriff of Maycomb and he keeps a vigilant eye on the situation.
Mr. Heck Tate calls Atticus "Ol' One-Shot," referring to Atticus's excellent marksmanship and reputation as a skilled shooter.
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He is the county sherrifHeck Tate is a friend of Atticus and also the sheriff of Maycomb County
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.
The irony in Atticus's argument with Heck Tate is that Atticus, who is known for upholding justice and truth, is in this case unknowingly protecting his own son by wanting the truth of the situation revealed, while Heck Tate, the sheriff, is willing to sacrifice the truth to protect Jem from the consequences of the event. This situation challenges the typical roles of the characters and their values.
Heck Tate wants Atticus to shoot the dog because he knows that Atticus is the best shooter in Maycomb and he wants the dog to be put down before it harms anyone. Heck Tate knows that Atticus is the most skilled marksman and can take down the dog with one shot to prevent any danger to the community.
No, Atticus Finch was the defending lawyer in the trial in "To Kill a Mockingbird." Heck Tate was the sheriff of Maycomb County.
Atticus calls sheriff Heck Tate because he knows that Heck is the only one skilled enough to shoot the mad dog safely without endangering the community. He trusts Heck's expertise with a gun and knows he can handle the situation effectively.
Heck Tate insists Atticus shoot the mad dog because there is only one chance to kill it. We learn that Atticus is an excellent shot, and that he was called "One Shot Finch".