To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 1 Answer Key

1. Chapter 1, Holmes: “I have at least, a well-polished, silver-plated coffee-pot in front of me,” (1).
In the line before Watson is amazed by the fact that Holmes was able to figure out what was in Watson’s hand even though his body was turned. But then makes the snarky remark that he just has a well-polished pot. By doing this he is showing that he cannot do everything that he is still human.
2. Chapter 1, Watson: “I think,” said I, following as far as I could the methods of my companion, “that Dr. Mortimer is a successful, elderly medical man, well-esteemed, since those who know him give him this mark of their appreciation.” “Good!” said Holmes.” (1).
In this small excerpt you see that Watson has learned quite a deal from Holmes. Thus reinforcing
Chapter 2, Holmes: “I must thank you,” said Sherlock Holmes, “for calling my attention to a case which certainly presents some features of interest…“This article, you say, contains all the public facts?” “It does.” “Then let me have the private ones.” (11).
You can see Holmes enjoyment. He truly loves when an interesting case comes his way. His curiosity to learn more and to keep digging is what sets him apart from the rest.
4. Chapter 2, Watson: “I looked over his shoulder at the yellow paper and the faded script.” (6).
Holmes had told him to just observe and Watson didn’t argue with it instead he looked closely at the details that Holmes pointed out. His curiosity is what keeps him at Holmes side. As long as he continues to have that curiosity and intrigue in his eyes he will continue to learn from
Chapter 3, Watson: “It is evidently a case of extraordinary interest, and one which presented immense opportunities to the scientific expert.” (15).
This shows how Watson wants to continue to learn. His excitement and emotion in this statement shows that he has started to share in Holmes’s interest more and more.
7. Chapter 4, Holmes: “Watson here knows more about my methods than you do, but I fear that even he has not quite grasped the significance of this sentence.” (22).
Holmes has much esteem for his friend; however, he doesn’t feel like Watson understands him. Holmes is at a completely different level than Watson. No matter how much he tries it will talk him forever to reach the level the Holmes is at and that’s only if Holmes stops growing himself. Something we all know will not happen.
8. Chapter 4, Watson: “No, I confess that I see no connection.” (22).
Watson does not lie to Holmes about his confusion. He wants to learn and be able to find those connections as his friend does so easily. You have to wonder if this statement effects the way that Watson interacts with Holmes. Does he feel incompetent compared to his dear friend?
9. Chapter 5, Watson: “I will come, with pleasure,” said I. “I do not know how I could employ my time better.”