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In To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus Finch is a white lawyer who defends a black man of rape. He took on the case because he knew that a black man was not going to get a fair trial in those days.
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What page does judge Taylor ask Atticus to take the Tom Robinson case?
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What traits are most admirable in Atticus in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Agreeing to take on Tom robinson's case
Why does Atticus take on the case to trial in To Kill a Mockingbird?
The judge appoints Atticus to the case as the defendant's pro bono (free) attorney because the judge realizes Atticus is the best lawyer in the county to give the man a truly active defense. Atticus takes the case because he believes that Tom Robinson is innocent and he would like to see justice done. He is unhappy with the way blacks are treated in general.
What news does Scout overhear about Atticus' defending Tom Robinson?
Atticus had to take the case because Judge Taylor assigned it to him.
What did the group of townsfolk want Atticus to do?
The group of townsfolk wanted Atticus to not defend Tom Robinson, a African American man accused of raping a white woman, in court. They felt it would be better for everyone if Atticus didn't take the case.
Who did judge Taylor purposely assign Tom Robinson's case to Atticus Finch?
Judge Taylor specifically assigned Tom Robinson's case to Atticus Finch because he knew that Atticus was a fair and just lawyer who would provide an ethical defense for Tom. Additionally, Judge Taylor understood that Atticus was willing to take on such a controversial case without letting personal biases interfere with his representation.
What does Atticus take to the jail with him?
a light
What chapter does atticus take on the case in to kill a mockingbird?
Atticus takes on the case in Chapter 9 of "To Kill a Mockingbird." This is when he agrees to defend Tom Robinson, a black man accused of raping a white woman, despite knowing the racial prejudice that exists in their community.
How did the Finches get to Montgomery?
The Finches moved to Montgomery, Alabama, due to Atticus Finch accepting a legal case to defend a black man accused of raping a white woman. Atticus believed in upholding justice and fairness, which led him to take on this controversial case in a racially charged town.
What does atticus take with him when he leaves on Sunday evening?
A long electrical extension cord with a light bulb on the end :)
Does judge Taylor take the trail seriously or not?
Judge Taylor appears to be rather old and tired during the trial. However, the reader knows that he must take his job seriously because he asks Atticus to defend Tom Robinson. As a county judge, he must be careful not to look too interested in the trial, or he might lost his job. He knows this but secretly goes to Atticus and convinces Atticus to defend an unpopular defendant. He knows Atticus will give Tom a fair defense. And he also knows that by appearing disinterested, he will also keep his job.
What does aunt Alexandra say to atticus after the verdict?
Aunt Alexandra tells Atticus that as much as she respects him for defending Tom Robinson, his actions have brought disgrace on the family. She reveals her disappointment in his decision to take on the case and expresses her belief that he should not have defended a black man.
