ALC W6 Atticus Finch: Father‚ Leader‚ Man A deeply prejudiced society needs a person willing to fight against the norm to begin to exact fairness. In the transition to a more equal society following the Civil War‚ white people in the South resisted the end of the hierarchy that had existed between the whites and the blacks. The novel To Kill A Mockingbird takes place in the town of Maycomb‚ Alabama where racism features prominently in daily lifestyle. Atticus Finch‚ a lawyer in the
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given the job to defend Tom Robinson‚ a black man‚ who was accused of rapping a white girl. As a lawyer‚ as good as Atticus was‚ he took the job and took Tom to trial. In this paper you will explore the character Atticus Finch‚ his family‚ job‚ and role in this story. Atticus Finch is a selfless man. Within the story we read the scene where Atticus is willing to stick up for an innocent black man. In that time period‚ the 1930s‚ that was a very uncommon thing‚ even if he was innocent. He sits in front
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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. The main body of the second part
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physical maturity with psychological irresponsibility” once said by author‚ Terri Apter. Actions of immaturity and juvenile decisions all are an important step in the process of maturing and reaching manhood. An example of this process is how Jem Finch changes throughout the book‚ To Kill a Mockingbird. Jem is ten years old in the start of the book and finished at nearly 13 years old. Even in this two year period‚ a great comprehension of Jem’s character being altered is perceived by the reader.
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How is Atticus so perfect? Well‚ throughout To Kill a Mockingbird‚ Atticus shows us how he is kind‚ understanding‚ and wise. Atticus Finch is a lawyer in maycomb county‚ and is the father of Jem and Scout Finch. He is always shown as a good man in every scene he’s in. He teaches his kids lessons‚ without them even noticing it‚ which is a very good quality. He is old‚ although some folks say things get better with age. In To Kill a Mockingbird‚ Atticus is kind. For example‚ when Jem trashes Mrs
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Being a hero involves not only courage‚ noble deeds‚ and outstanding achievements‚ but also the bravery to make a difference and a heart full of love. Atticus Finch‚ one of the main characters in the book “To Kill A Mockingbird” displayed acts of heroism when trying to defend Tom Robinson‚ who was wrongly convicted of rape just because he was African-American. Another excellent example of heroism is found with General Romeo Dallaire‚ who defended the Tutsi people with his life when the Hutu people
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What makes a character in literature admirable? An admirable character might be brave‚ caring‚ honest‚ positive‚ or intelligent. Atticus Finch‚ a character in Harper Lee’s well-loved novel To Kill a Mockingbird‚ is the most admirable character in the novel. He has all the qualities of an admirable character. He is one of a kind. You could argue that he is not the most admirable character and Scout is. She is brave‚ she is smart‚ she is curious‚ and she is courageous. Scout is admirable; however
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successful. Two works of literature that support the thesis are Lord of the Flies by William Golding‚ as well as To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. William Golding and Harper Lee support the quote through characterization and conflict. Atticus Finch is an extremely independent lawyer. He is defending Tom Robinson while the rest of Maycomb is against it. He never second guesses any of the decisions he commits. The way he parents Scout and Jem is different than other normal parents. He almost treats
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In the book To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee‚ Atticus Finch is a lawyer defending a African American man who was falsely accused of rape. The story is set in the South during the Great Depression. Atticus Finch has been very well known for three main traits being bold‚ being fearful‚ being able to think outside the box. These traits caused others to be effected by him and his actions. Atticus is considered a good role model by the way he carries himself ‚by the way he treats his kids and by the
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characteristic of patience‚ moreover he does not appear angry often. In addition‚ Mr. Finch introduces himself as a modest individual‚ he attempts his best not to show off in any way. However‚ Atticus reveals lenience towards the children‚ he does not enjoy punishing them. Mr. Finch usually seems easy-going‚ when readers notice Atticus out of character‚ they know the situation is serious. In all‚ the character portrayed as Atticus Finch demonstrates patience‚ humility and lenience. Firstly‚ Atticus has always
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