FLASHCARD: TKAM Chapters 12-14

Front

What is Aunt Alexandra's view on the Finch family name?

Back

Aunt Alexandra is proud of the Finch family name because they are an old Southern family.

Front

Where does Calpurnia take Scout and Jem on Sunday?

Back

Calpurnia takes Scout and Jem to her church.

Front

How does Harper Lee portray social class in TKAM?

Back

Harper Lee views Aunt Alexandra's ideas about social class as another kind of prejudice.

Front

What is surprising about Cal's church regarding hymn books?

Back

Scout is surprised that there are no hymn books in Cal's church.

Front

What does Reverend Sykes require before anyone can leave church?

Back

Reverend Sykes doesn't let anyone leave church until they've collected $10.

Front

Define prejudice in the context of TKAM.

Back

Prejudice refers to preconceived opinions or judgments about individuals or groups, often based on social class, race, or other characteristics.

Front

What role does Calpurnia play in the Finch household?

Back

Calpurnia serves as the Finch family's cook and housekeeper, and she also acts as a mother figure to Scout and Jem.

Front

Explain the significance of Calpurnia's church visit for Scout and Jem.

Back

The visit to Calpurnia's church exposes Scout and Jem to a different culture and social class, highlighting themes of empathy and understanding.

Front

What does Aunt Alexandra believe about family heritage?

Back

Aunt Alexandra believes that family heritage and social status are important and should be upheld.

Front

How does Scout's understanding of social class evolve in these chapters?

Back

Scout begins to recognize the complexities of social class and the prejudices that come with it, particularly through her experiences at Cal's church.