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As I replaced my corset, I could hear those mindless little birds jabbering on about how Tom Robinson was going to get what he deserved. Ha. For my brother is not a fool and he would not defend a Negro as forcefully as he did if that Negro was not one-hundred percent innocent. But, I plastered a smile on my face, went out to face the world as a strong and proud and proper woman of the 20th century. But, I felt like falling to the floor and eating all of the tea cakes I was carrying while I cried. The Finches were ruined, not only was it bad enough that Atticus was defending a Negro but that we lost was an even bigger blow to his dignity, our dignity.…
Throughout history, there have been people who oppose the will of society, often actively working against it. Every society had there Joan of Arc or their Martin Luther King Jr., and this trend carried over to popular culture, finding its way into movies, books, television and radio. Harper Lee’s famous novel, To Kill A Mockingbird, is no exception. She weaves a near-timeless tale of the path from childhood to adulthood. In her unforgettable novel, the character of Atticus Finch assumes this role, as he takes on the court case of Tom Robinson, a black man convicted of rape, in his opinions on the mysterious Arthur “Boo” Radley, and even in his personal positions on many aspects of his life.…
Innocent people are being targeted for the color of their skin and their social class just like the residents of Maycomb,Alabama during the 1930’s in Harper Lee’s book “To Kill A Mockingbird”. In this book, which is based on a white family and told through the eyes of the youngest child, “Scout Finch”, you learn about her residential city Maycomb, and its many issues with racism and social discrimination. You also learn about Scout's father , Atticus Finch, who is an attorney for a hopeless black man striving for innocence due to being falsely accused of rape. Throughout this essay, you will read about the characters of “To Kill A Mockingbird” and how they mature due to racism and social profiling. Scout changes her racist and social view of Maycomb after her dad talks to her about the various situations and why they happened.…
Throughout the book To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, many different characters were introduced. Overall, my favorite character was Atticus Finch. He had the greatest impact on others and he was written into the story well. Atticus made people think about prejudice and start to question the idea entirely. He also taught Scout many important life skills.…
“The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience” (Lee 108). There are many admirable characters in To Kill a Mockingbird. Atticus Finch is one of these characters that we see. He is very true to who he is and has very good character. He is likely the best character in the entire novel.…
Books filled with controversy rarely get recognition for shaping people’s lives; however, To Kill a Mockingbird overcomes this stereotype by showing the good in an otherwise not so good community. This community, known as Maycomb, exemplified traditional racial views that southerners held during the 1930’s. Most of the community, and most of Southern America, shared these same racial views, but Atticus Finch’s beliefs differ from those around him. Throughout the book, Atticus stands up for people of all races despite what those around him think. The courage shown by Atticus has greatly impacted all aspects of my life, including my faith, and demonstrates the determination that I wish to possess.…
The Finches went to an all white school with all white friends and in a white neighborhood with a black cook. The Finches were a typical white family, and they looked down on blacks, but back then it was normal, but Atticus Finch was the exception in their family, he was representing a black man in court, by doing this he put his family's life, his life, his job, his career,and everything that was important to him. Their cook was a black lady named Calpurnia, Atticus thought of her as family, but when Aunt Alexandra came to visit, she couldn’t believe the way Atticus treated her, he…
Even the young children of Maycomb portray signs of hating on ‘negroes’ and judges Scout and Jem. For example, Cecil Jacobs, one of the boys from school, shouts to Scout, “‘my folks said your daddy was a disgrace an’ that nigger oughta hang from the water-tank!”’(Lee.09.82) which enrages Scout to start a fight. Cecil Jacobs is simply repeating exactly what his parents said about Atticus. This shows that what parents do, has a great influence on what their children think in Maycomb Also, the fact that even young children possess this racial trait is horrific and indeed proves that the town of Maycomb has a completely prejudiced mindset. In addition, Scout’s own cousin, Francis, states that his “grandma says it’s bad enough [Atticus] lets [them] all run wild, but now he’s turned out a nigger-lover, [they’ll] never be able to walk the streets of Maycomb again, he’s ruinin’ the family,” (Lee.09.89) Francis’ statement proves that not only do the kids at school look down at Scout and her brother, but even their blood-related cousin. Atticus and his children therefore face…
Scout Finch is a young girl who has no clue of the racism and segregation present in her world. She was born in a time where African Americans weren't respected by many white people, but her father is someone who goes against that. Atticus Finch is a very well liked lawyer, until he takes up the case of Tom Robinson, a black man accused of assaulting Mayella Ewell. The Ewell’s claims of Tom Robinson assaulting her all seemed a little fishy, but Robinson was wrongly accused of the crime and was sent to jail. During the trial, Atticus tells Jem, “In our courts, when it's a white man's word against a black man's, the white man always wins” (243). Boo Radley has a huge role in the themes in the novel, as well.…
Father of Jem and Scout, Atticus Finch acts as Maycomb Alabama’s leading attorney . The essence of moral character, Atticus teaches his children and his community how to stand up for one's beliefs in the face of prejudice and ignorance by defending a black man, Tom Robinson, who was wrongfully accused of raping a white woman. Atticus is the voice of reason in Maycomb. He is a man that goes beyond the word tolerance. Atticus looks at everyone and tries to see himself in his or her shoes. Quietly but surely he passes his wisdom on to his two children.…
Atticus's battle for justice causes more problems for Scout. She is continually defending him but the racist remarks do not stop. These remarks just show how cruel children can be to other children. She feels the need to defend her father to Francis, her cousin. He was also taunting her with accusations "He's nothin' but a nigger-lover." Racism has disrupted their lives, especially Scouts, through the old fashioned and discriminative opinions of the younger residents of Maycomb.…
Scout is repeatedly defending Tom Robinson but the racist comments just won’t stop, for instance, “Scout Finch’s daddy defends niggers. (To Kill a Mockingbird 9)” These comments just show how unpleasant children can act towards each other. Though, she feels the need to defend her father as should any human being in the right mind. Francis Scouts cousin was provoking her with accusations such as, "At a safe distance her called, `He's nothin' but a nigger-lover'. (To Kill a Mockingbird 9)”The compassionate force of racism has unsettled their livelihood, especially Scouts.…
Atticus first demonstrates courage by defending a black man, Tom Robinson. In Maycomb racism is presides over society. Many residents in Maycomb discriminate against African Americans. Despite this, Atticus Finch portrays his willingness to risk his social standing, professional reputation, and even his physical safety in order to bring justice for a young Negro man falsely accused of raping a white woman, Mayella Ewell. Atticus courageously takes on this case telling Scout, "if I didn’t I couldn’t hold up my head in town, I couldn’t represent this county in the legislature, I couldn’t even tell you or Jem not to do something again" (75). Atticus means that if he didn’t defend Tom he would ruin his moral reputation and his counties. Also, Atticus teaches his children by setting an example for them and if he did not take on the Robinson case he would not have set a good example for Jem and Scout. Furthermore, Atticus defending Tom displays courage because he must go against his strongly prejudice family and friends. They lose respect for Atticus for defending a black man; accusing him of being a ‘nigger-lover.’ A classmate of Scout tells her, “‘my folks said you’re your daddy was a disgrace’” (76). Still, Atticus holds his head high despite the insults and states that "no matter how bitter things get, they are still friends and this is still home" (76). Showing that Atticus believes even though people may be mean to them now they must remember that they are still friends are still care…
Anyone with the right qualities can be a hero. They just have to be brave, strong, and inspiring to others. Nicole Moore is one example of a hero. Odysseus, from Homer’s The Odyssey is also a hero.…
Atticus is a self upright man who defends his beliefs for his family and society. When he is appointed Tom Robinson's case, who is accused of raping Bob Ewell's daughter, Atticus takes the case without a second thought. With this case he knows people will be against him as they proceed to call him a “nigger lover”, but he chooses to ignore it because they don’t…