Why did the ladies of the Missionary Society admire J Grimes Everett?
Why did the ladies of the Missionary Society admire J Grimes Everett?
Why did the ladies of the Missionary Society admire J. Grimes Everett? He was working to convert the Mruna tribe of Africa to Christianity.
What does Scout learn about being a lady?
What Scout learns about what it meant to be a lady in Maycomb is troubling to her and to us as readers. She learned that being a lady meant gossiping about other people. If you are a lady, Scout learns, you need to be caring and fair. You need to not be hypocritical like the other women who are at the gathering.
Why is Mrs Merriweather’s speech on J Grimes Everett ironic?
The irony is that she is perfectly willing to show all manner of grace to a group of black people in Africa whom she has never met and has no relationship with, yet she is intolerant of the black community in her own town–and particularly her own kitchen–with her cook who has every right to be distraught at the …
Are the missionary ladies genuinely concerned about the Mrunas explain your response?
Give reasons for your answer. The ladies from the church are not sincere, as they “discuss” the Mrunas. They act like they are worried about them; however, they then quickly move on to talk about town gossip and their snacks. She hates the gossip and the presences the women carry and how they act.
Why does Jem say scout is getting more like a girl?
In To Kill a Mockingbird, Jem says that Scout is getting more like a girl as a way to insult his sister and label her a coward. The children view being a girl as a negative thing, because they perceive women as timid, passive, and boring. Scout, who is a tomboy, takes offense to being called a girl.
Why was Mr Underwood covering Atticus at the jail?
Underwood was protecting Atticus from the angry mob that was trying to kill Tom Robinson. Mr. He values Atticus’s life, and wants to protect him. While he may not want to save Tom Robinson’s life, he would want to protect Atticus.
What is Mr Underwood like?
According to Atticus, Mr. Underwood is an intense and profane man. Though he’s racist and is one of the men who convenes at the Finches’ home in the days before Tom Robinson’s trial to speak to Atticus, he also stands up for what’s right and is ready to protect Atticus from a mob that gathers at the jailhouse.
What is Atticus worried about when he sits in front of the jail?
Of course Jem and Scout are way too curious about what their father is up to, so they sneak out of the house, get Dill, and begin searching the town for Atticus. They find him sitting in front of the jail. It’s at this moment that Atticus shows a bit of fear. He’s now worried for the safety of his kids.
Why did Jem disobey Atticus?
Jem and Scout each have their different reasons for refusing to leave Atticus alone. Jem seems to want to protect his father, while Scout simply does not realize the gravity of the situation. In her innocence, she does not realize that the mob in front of the jail is there to hurt her father.
Who confronts Atticus at the jail?
Walter Cunningham
What do the Old Sarum bunch want from Atticus?
They want to take revenge on him themselves and they do not want to risk having him be acquitted in a jury trial. They do not end up killing Tom largely because Scout defuses their anger by talking to Mr. Cunningham.
What is Atticus dangerous question?
Scout says that “‘Do you really think so?’ . . . was Atticus’ dangerous question” because he delighted in helping people see a situation in a new light. Atticus uses this approach not only with his children, but with all of Maycomb.
What does Atticus do at the end of chapter 13 that surprises Scout?
Atticus tries to console the children after uncharacteristically snapping at them and for freaking them out by his strange manner. Scout appreciates the gesture but feels that this is something that mothers ought to do, not fathers.
Who does Scout talk to at the jail?
Mr. Cunningham
How does Scout show courage in Chapter 15?
Scout also demonstrates courage in chapter 15 when she runs out into the middle of a lynch mob. Although Scout does not recognize the gravity of the situation, her decision to sprint into the group of men indirectly saves Tom’s life.