10 questions on plot, characters, and themes. Free to take, so you can see exactly what to review before class.
1. Why does Atticus agree to defend Tom Robinson, even though he knows most of Maycomb will disapprove?
2. What physical evidence does Atticus use to prove Tom Robinson could not have committed the crime?
3. What does Scout realize when she stands on Boo Radley's porch at the end of the novel?
4. How does the jury respond to Atticus's evidence that Tom Robinson is innocent?
5. What is Jem's emotional response to the trial's verdict?
6. What does Bob Ewell do after the trial humiliates him?
7. Why does Sheriff Tate rule Bob Ewell's death an accident rather than report what actually happened?
8. What does Atticus teach Scout about real courage?
9. How does Mayella Ewell's situation illustrate the novel's theme about social class and reputation?
10. What does Scout's growth throughout the novel primarily involve?
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How this guide is built
This guide is built from the original text to help you get oriented fast. It is designed for recall, paper planning, and getting unstuck, but it is still a paraphrased guide, not a substitute for the reading itself. Double-check anything important before you turn in formal work.
