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What do we learn about Jem Scout and Boo in Chapter 7?
Jem discovers that Boo Radley placed it on her. He then tells Atticus the entire story about the knothole, presents and the mended pants. Atticus advises them to keep it to ourselves, while Scout realizes that Boo Radley was right behind her and nearly throws up.
What does Scout learn from Chapter 7?
Chapter Seven Scout is unable to understand but tries his best to be understanding. After about a week, Jem finally tells Boy Scout about the night they were there. Instead of his pants being in a messy mess, he had them neatly folded.
JEM also cries at Chapter 7. What is it that JEM knows about Boo and Mr Radley, that he didn't know before? Jem's crying is due to the realization that Nathan had lied to him. He suspects that Boo Radley is the present giver and that Nathan is stopping Boo from reaching out.
What can we also learn about Boo Radley’s universe of obligations in this chapter?
Take responsibility for his actions. Individuals may also have a circle of responsibility, which is a group of people responsible for their safety and well-being.
Is there any evidence that JEM is beginning to learn more than just scout Boo Radley's territory?
Jem believes that Scout is starting to understand Boo Radley better than Scout. Jem inferred that the things they found in the tree were ways for Boo Radley to communicate with them, as Scout couldn't leave the house.
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Why did Jem cry at the end of Chapter 7?
Jem cries because Boo's father, Nathan Radley, had cemented up the hole in the tree. Jem cries not just because there will be no more presents forthcoming but also (and especially) because this cuts off the children's contact with their new "phantom friend," Boo.
How does Scout feel about school in Chapter 7?
Summary: Chapter 7
Unsurprisingly, Scout is as unhappy in second grade as she was in first, but Jem promises her that school gets better the farther along one goes. Late that fall, another present appears in the knothole—two figures carved in soap to resemble Scout and Jem.What was Calpurnia's fault?
Calpurnia's fault was she taught Scout how to write in cursive before she entered the first grade. Scout is annoyed about this because she is now in some hot water with Miss Caroline Fisher.
Why is it a sin to kill a mockingbird?
In the novel itself, Miss Maudie explains to Scout why Atticus declared that it was a sin to kill a mockingbird: “Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy. They don't eat up people's gardens, don't nest in corncribs, don't do one thing but sing their hearts out of us.
What grade is Jem in Chapter 7?
The book comes to an end in chapter 31 around Halloween time. That places Jem in 7th grade around the ages of 12 or 13; and Scout is in the third grade around the ages of 8 or 9.
What words did Jem misuse in Chapter 7?
“You've never told me anything about that night,” I said. Jem waved my words away as if fanning gnats. He was silent for a while, then he said, “When I went bacN for my breeches—they were all in a tangle when I was gettin' out of 'em, I couldn't get 'em loose.
Why did Boo Radley sew Jem's pants?
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In an apparent act of kindness, Boo Radley has mended Jem's pants, which caught on the fencing on the Radley's property. Because of the Dill's curiosity and penchant for the dramatic, he dares to go onto the Radleys' porch and peep through a loose shutter into the window of their house.Who put the blanket on Scout?
Boo Radley
What do we learn about Boo Radley in Chapter 5?
Summary: Chapter 5
She tells Scout that Boo Radley is still alive and it is her theory Boo is the victim of a harsh father (now deceased), a “foot-washing” Baptist who believed that most people are going to hell. Miss Maudie adds that Boo was always polite and friendly as a child.What do we learn about Boo Radley in Chapter 8?
Boo Radley starts to take a more active interest in the children though. In Chapter 8, Scout finds out for sure who their secret benefactor is during the fire. When Jem sees the blanket, he immediately is worried about Boo. Scout is afraid when she first realizes that Boo Radley was so close to her.
What is Universe obligation?
The Universe of Obligation refers to the circle of individuals and groups toward whom obligations are owed, to whom rules apply, and whose injuries call for amends. Helen Fein coined this term. The Universe of Obligation is about the hierarchy of caring.
How would you describe Atticus's universe of obligation?
Atticus's universe of obligation is to respect all people and be respected by other people. Atticus can respect both his racist neighbors and Tom Robinson by not agreeing to his neighbors views but respecting them.
Who is included in Maycomb's universe of obligation?
(A community's universe of obligation includes the circle of individuals and groups toward whom obligations are owed, to whom rules apply, and whose injuries call for amends. In other words, a community's universe of obligation consists of those its members believe are worthy of respect and protection.)
What does the fire at Miss Maudie's house reveal?
The fire at Miss Maudie's house reveals that the people in Maycomb are very carrying and helpful. The people have a very close community and always help each other out when someone in Maycomb is having a hard time. Besides Atticus, identify a new character who supports Jem and Scout.
Is it easy or difficult for Jem and Scout?
Is it easy or difficult for Jem and Scout to change their apparent misconceptions about Boo? Find evidence in the chapter to support your answer for each character. It is easy for Jem because he is more mature, but it is harder for Scout because she is young, and immature.
What events and experiences begin to change Jems feelings about Boo Radley?
Jem's feelings begin to change after strange and secluded Boo saves him from Bob, who has attacked him and his sister Scout. In the assault, Boo kills Bob with a knife to rescue the children. After the incident, Jem realizes Boo is a worthy person.
What metaphor does Alexandra use to describe the role that scout should play?
She said scout shouldn't be doing things that require pants/overalls. What metaphor does Alexandra use to describe the role that Scout has to play in her father's life because she is a girl? Alexandra said she should be "a ray of sunshine in her fathers lonely life."
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