What does Jem expect the verdict to be? Does Atticus think the same? Why? What is unusual about how long …

Scout says that “Mr. Dolphus Raymond was an evil man.” Is she right? In most states of the USA people …

What made Tom visit the Ewell’s house in the first place? Why does Scout think that Mayella Ewell was “the …

Is Mayella like her father or different from him? In what ways? What might be the reason for Mayella’s crying …

What are the main points in Heck Tate’s evidence? What does Atticus show in his cross-examination of Sheriff Tate? What …

What does the atmosphere in Macomb at the beginning of the trial show about human nature? What sort of person …

How long do Dill and Scout get to enjoy each other’s company before “the nightmare” begins? Who was quietly and secretly …

What is the “nightmare” that now descends upon the children? Why did Heck Tate and the other men come to …

Why does Alexandra think Atticus should dismiss Calpurnia? How does Atticus respond to the suggestion? Why is Scout pleased when …

Why does Aunt Alexandra come to stay with Atticus and his family? What is she like? Read the first two …