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Heck Tate wants to protect Boo Radley, who killed Bob Ewell, because he believes Boo acted in self-defense to save Scout and Jem. Tate wants to avoid the publicity and attention that would come with Boo being hailed as a hero, recognizing that Boo would not want the attention.
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Who does Heck Tate think killed Mr Ewell?
Boo Radley
Why does the sheriff say that Bob Ewell's death was an accident in the book To Kill a Mockingbird?
Heck Tate insists that Bob Ewell's death was self-inflicted because he wanted to save Boo Radley (who actually killed Bob Ewell) from the spotlight that would come from everyone finding out that Boo killed Bob.
Why did heck decide not to tell anyone who really killed Ewells?
Heck Tate decided not to reveal Boo Radley as the real killer of Bob Ewell to protect Boo from unwanted attention and a potential public trial. Heck believed that Bob Ewell had fallen on his own knife, and he did not want to subject Boo to scrutiny and possibly harm from the community.
How does mr heck tate know Jem didnt kill bob Ewell?
tate knows that Boo Radley killed Bob Ewell!
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.
What does the sheriff say to the townspeople including his wife would do if they knew the truth about who killed bob Ewell?
The sheriff, Heck Tate, says if everyone knew that Boo Radley killed Bob Ewell, that the townspeople would praise Boo and give him flowers ad etc., which Boo doesn't like. Boo prefers a life of solitude with as little socialization as possible. So Heck Tate explains that to cover the story, Bob Ewell "fell on his knife"
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.
Why does Heck Tate decide that Bob Ewell feel on his own knife?
Heck Tate determines that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife to protect the innocence of Boo Radley, who actually killed Ewell in defense of Scout and Jem. Tate knows that Boo would be unfairly scrutinized and possibly face legal repercussions if the truth came out, so he chooses to frame the incident as an accidental death to spare Boo from the spotlight. This decision reflects the theme of justice and morality in Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird."
What is revealed at sheriff heck tates testimony?
During Sheriff Tate's testimony in "To Kill a Mockingbird," he reveals that Bob Ewell fell on his knife and died during the confrontation with Boo Radley. Tate conceals the fact that Boo Radley actually killed Bob Ewell in self-defense to protect Scout and Jem.
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 misconception did Atticus have have a first about the was Bod Ewell was killed?
Atticus thinks that his son, Jem, killed Bob Ewell. The sheriff, Heck Tate, tells Atticus that Bob fell on the knife, therefore killing himself. However, Atticus refuses to accept what Heck says and believes he is only trying to "cover up" the killing. Later, when Heck explains that Bob was really killed by Boo (Arthur) Radley, Atticus accepts the sheriff's portrayal of Bob's death in order to protect Boo.He thought Jem was responsible for Bob Ewell's death, and was afraid of the legal repercussions. The Sheriff Heck Tate eventually convinced him that Mr. Ewell killed himself by falling on his knife.
Who testifies at the trial in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Heck Tate, Tom Robinson, Bob Ewell, Mayella Ewell.
