To Kill a Mockingbird

Her nephew, Charles Baker Harris, who goes by the nickname Dill. He becomes good friends with Jem and Scout throughout the book.

The two small cakes are for Scout and Dill because they are still young and small. The big cake is for Jem because he is growing and maturing. It's kind of like finally getting to eat at the adult table instead of the kids table during holiday feasts. Jem is becoming a man.

Scout hears laughing inside the Radley house as she rolls into the front yard in the tire.

As for the jail:

Atticus went to the jailhouse to protect Tom Robinson from the mob he knew was coming for him. Although he was alone against several men, Atticus held his ground until his children showed up. Only then did Atticus seem truly afraid because they were in danger. He'd expected to get roughed up a little in the struggle to protect Tom Robinson, but he never imagined that his children would be in the way. That's when his courage failed him, but Scout's complete innocence saved them all.

Mayella testifies that Tom Robinson assaulted her, while her father, Bob Ewell, testifies that he saw Tom Robinson through the window assaulting her. However, their testimonies contradict each other on key details, such as the side of the face Mayella was injured on and whether Bob Ewell heard or saw the assault.

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.

Mayella was afraid of Atticus in the courtroom because he was treating her with respect and she had never been treated like that before. She was also afraid of Atticus because he might ask her questions and she might give him answers that could lead him to the truth and then her father would do horrible things to her.

The prosecutor, Mr. Gilmer, questions Heck Tate, who recounts how, on the night of November 21, Bob Ewell urged him to go to the Ewell house and told him that his daughter Mayella had been raped. When Tate got there, he found Mayella bruised and beaten, and she told him that Tom Robinson had raped her. Atticus cross-examines the witness, who admits that no doctor was summoned, and tells Atticus that Mayella's bruises were concentrated on the right side of her face. Tate leaves the stand, and Bob Ewell is called.

Bob Ewell and his children live behind the town garbage dump in a tin-roofed cabin with a yard full of trash. No one is sure how many children Ewell has, and the only orderly corner of the yard is planted with well-tended geraniums rumored to belong to Mayella. An extremely rude little man, Ewell testifies that on the evening in question he was coming out of the woods with a load of kindling when he heard his daughter yelling. When he reached the house, he looked in the window and saw Tom Robinson raping her. Robinson fled, and Ewell went into the house, saw that his daughter was all right, and ran for the sheriff. Atticus's cross-examination is brief: he asks Mr. Ewell why no doctor was called (it was too expensive and there was no need), and then has the witness write his name. Bob Ewell, the jury sees, is left-handed-and a left-handed man would be more likely to leave bruises on the right side of a girl's face.

Scout believes that ethical culture is different with money because people's values and principles can be compromised or altered when money is involved. Money can tempt individuals to act in ways that prioritize financial gain over ethical considerations, leading to potential moral dilemmas and conflicts. Scout likely views money as a powerful influence that can impact how people behave and make decisions in ethical situations.

Atticus brings Scout pencils to encourage her passion for learning and writing, while he brings Jem a football magazine to support his interests and hobbies. This shows Atticus's attentiveness to their individual personalities and needs, aiming to nurture their growth and development in unique ways.

Yes....Mary Badham was in the very last episode of the Twilight Zone. The segment was called "The Bewitching Pool". It aired on June 19, 1964 and was a bit of a tribute to "To Kill a Mockingbird". Mary played a young girl named "Sport" which was modeled after "Scout", her name in Mockingbird. In the episode, "Sport" and her brother "Jed" leave their dispicable parents and enter a magical kingdom with other kids via a portal in their swimming pool. As always, Twilight Zone, was a wonderful show.

"To Kill a Mockingbird" may contain mature themes and language that may not be suitable for a ten-year-old. It is important for parents or guardians to consider the child's maturity level and ability to understand complex social issues before allowing them to read the book.

the kids head over to Miss Maudie's to take her snow, running into Mr. Avery on the way, who reminds them that their sins are responsible for the unusual weather

It shows that they all care about other in Maycomb and it also shows that Boo Radley really cares about the kids by providing Scout with a blanket to keep her warm while waiting for the fire to become under control it also shows that Boo isnt a bad person and that he has been locked up for so long that he has learned to treat others right.

In "To Kill a Mockingbird," everyone in the balcony stands up as a sign of respect for Atticus Finch after he leaves the courtroom. This gesture acknowledges his integrity and moral courage in defending Tom Robinson, a black man wrongly accused of a crime in a racist society.

Miss Maudie defines background as a quality in people who are rational and do not feel that "fair play is marked White Only" - meaning that justice must only be available to whites and not to blacks. She was steadfast in the notion that a person with "background" is a person with morally correct influences, who appreciate those who undertake great efforts to support their rational beliefs in times such as the 1930s in the Southern States where prejudice reached its peak. People with background appreciated the efforts of Atticus, who sacrificed social approval from the whites (except for those with background), persevered despite the various names and discouragements he was subjected to and utilized every tool possible to save his innocent black defendant. Those with background, seeing Atticus, who did what they themselves were too frightened to do, too unwilling to sacrifice, paid him the highest respects. Miss Maudie's definition of background points to the few people in Maycomb who were not prejudiced and followed the true Christian path of being egalitarian.

Miss Maudie did not attend the trial because, as she tells Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird," she could not bear to witness Atticus making "the best defense he can." She chooses to stay home and pray for Atticus's success instead.

Reading plays a significant role in Maycomb as it promotes education, knowledge, and understanding among its residents. It serves as a tool for attaining different perspectives and challenging existing beliefs. In "To Kill a Mockingbird," characters like Atticus Finch use reading to impart important moral lessons to their children.

In the book "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Jem is instructed to read to Mrs. Dubose as a way to teach him a lesson in empathy and understanding. Eventually, it is revealed that Mrs. Dubose was trying to overcome her morphine addiction, and her determination and courage in doing so leaves a lasting impact on Jem.

Sheriff Tate believes that Bob Ewell fell on his own knife and died by accident. He knows that Boo Radley actually saved the children from Bob Ewell, but he wants to protect Boo from being in the spotlight and facing scrutiny from the community.

Cecil Jacobs annoys Scout at school by making racist remarks about her father, Atticus, and trying to provoke a reaction from her. This behavior reflects the racial tensions and prejudices present in Maycomb society during that time. Cecil's remarks are hurtful and offensive to Scout, who is protective of her father and aware of the unjust treatment he faces for defending Tom Robinson.

Yes, Calpurnia, Julius Caesar's wife, was known to be superstitious. She believed in omens and signs, and famously warned Caesar about the dangers surrounding him before his assassination.

Boo Radley does not show himself in full form to anyone which leaves all the children of Maycomb County, including Scout, Jem, and Dill, to create stories about him. They have heard stories passed on from their families and neighbors and friends that Boo is insane but he is actually one of the "Mockingbirds" in the story of which the town's evil changed is appearance to the town. (evil as in mockery and teasing and gossiping)

In "To Kill a Mockingbird," Atticus Finch's defense of Tom Robinson is considered a courageous act by James McBride. Finch, a white lawyer in a racially divided town, takes on the case of a black man accused of raping a white woman despite facing opposition and threats from the community. This act challenges societal norms and prejudices, showcasing bravery in the face of adversity.

Mr. T is known for his catchphrases such as "I pity the fool" and "I ain't getting on no plane." He was also famous for his tough-guy persona and his role as B.A. Baracus in the TV show "The A-Team."