Question

To kill a mockingbird chapter 9 : answer the following questions in complete sentences:

1.What advice does Atticus have for Scout?

2. Scout and Jem have “mixed feelings” about Christmas. What are these feelings and why?

3. Why is Aunt Alexandra critical of the way Atticus is raising Scout? In light of this criticism, what is ironic about the fact that Francis is learning to cook?

4. How does Scout respond to Aunt Alexandra’s vision of what it means to be “ladylike”? What does Atticus think about Scout’s conformity to gender roles?

5. Harper Lee uses dehumanizing language in the novel to deliberately illustrate the society she writes about. The dehumanizing power of the “N” word and the ease with which some Americans have used it to describe their fellow human beings is central to understanding the themes of identity and human behavior at the heart of the book. When Atticus tells Scout not to use that language, he says it’s “common.” Look up the definition of the word common. Atticus is not using the word common to mean something prevalent or something that occurs or is found often. Write the definition he means instead. What does this indicate about his expectations of Scout?

6. What does it say about the power of the “N” word that Scout is moved to anger by the insult Francis hurls at her about her father, even though she does not know what the insult means? What does this insult mean to the other residents of Maycomb? Why is it such a powerful insult?

7.Discussing the Tom Robinson case with Uncle Jack, Atticus refers to “Maycomb’s usual disease.” What does he mean? Why doesn’t he suffer from it?

8.What reasons (more than one) does Atticus give for defending Tom Robinson?

9.What factors influenced his choice to take the case seriously? How does he expect the case will turn out?

10. Atticus explains to Scout: “This time we aren’t fighting the Yankees, we’re fighting our friends. But remember this, no matter how bitter things get, they’re still our friends and this is still our home.” Are there some fights you can have with friends that make it impossible to remain friends? What types of fights are those? What does it say about Atticus that he doesn’t view the insults he receives for defending Tom Robinson as reason enough to end any friendships? How can you respond when friends or family members express views that you find abhorrent?

Answer 1

1. Atticus says to Scout that someone is never ready to comprehend the activities of another person "until the point when you move into his skin and stroll around in it."Atticus advises Scout to advance in other's shoes to better comprehend their encounters and sentiments. This would apply to individuals throughout Scout's life like Mrs. Dubose and Boo Radley.

1. This is generally because of the differentiating feelings they have for the relatives they go through Christmas with. They go through seven days with Uncle Jack and they go through Christmas Day itself with Aunt Alexandra.
   Scout and Jem love Uncle Jack. He is fun, he is unconventional, he reveals to them stories they want to hear, and he is cherishing. They anticipate any visit with him thus observing him for an entire week at Christmas is something they truly anticipate.
   On the other hand, Aunt Alexandra is one relative that Scout specifically can't remain in expansive measurements. Auntie Alexandra herself is extremely cool, legitimate, and resolved to do things her way and ensure every other person who does not do them her way knows they are doing whatever it is dishonorably. Her child is somewhat of a domineering jerk and Scout does not coexist with him either.
   Since they observe Christmas precisely the same consistently, the children keep on having clashed feeling about the occasion and how it is praised in light of the fact that their relationships with these relatives have remained genuinely static throughout the years.

1. Auntie Alexandra is the "quintessential Southern Belle" who is worried about appropriate behavior, qualities, legacy, and family foundation, and trusts that females should act a specific way. She objects to Atticus' child rearing style and can't help contradicting how he enables Scout to dress and carry on like a "boyish girl." She likewise feels that Atticus needs to complete a superior employment of ingraining a feeling of pride in their family legacy. Alexandra even petitions Atticus to show his kids about the Finch family history. Notwithstanding contradicting his absence of energy in regards to family foundation, she can't help contradicting Atticus' choice to give his youngsters a chance to collaborate with people of a lower social class. After Atticus is done enlightening his kids concerning how the Cunninghams are respectable people with trustworthiness, Scout inquires as to whether she can welcome Walter Jr. over to play. Alexandra disallows Scout from playing with Walter, and when Scout inquires as to why she can't play with him, Alexandra says, "In light of the fact that—he—is—waste, that is the reason you can't play with him" . Close relative Alexandra's thinking delineates her profound situated preference towards bring down class people. Not at all like her ethically upright sibling who puts stock in resilience and balance, Alexandra keeps up her insensible, customary perspectives on society.

1. Close relative Alexandra wishes Scout would act like an appropriate Southern woman and not act like a "boyish girl." Alexandra trusts a female should wear dresses, take part in social exercises, and remain inside. She likewise trusts a woman ought to have a comprehension of her legacy and not take part in physical exercises. Scout detests her Aunt Alexandra and does not concur with her thoughts regarding gentility. Scout would rather wear her overalls and play outside with Jem and Dill than sit inside and have discussions with other ladies. Atticus is a tolerant individual and enables Scout to circled with the young men. Atticus understands Scout is getting more seasoned and will require a ladylike impact, be that as it may, which is the reason he welcomes his sister to live with them. Scout never completely acknowledges Alexandra's lifestyle, however does acknowledges she will soon need to enter the universe of ladies.