To Kill a Mockingbird Ch. 12-14 Flashcard

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What does Calpurnia's preparation of the children for church suggest about her character?

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Calpurnia takes pride in her work and loves the children as if they were her own.

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What confuses Scout about Calpurnia's behavior when they walk home from church?

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Scout cannot understand why Calpurnia talks a certain way around her people, even when she knows it is incorrect.

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What shocking action does Atticus take in Chapter 15?

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Atticus feeds and helps Dill get clean instead of sending him back home.

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What does Aunt Alexandra want that Atticus refuses?

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Aunt Alexandra wants to get rid of Calpurnia.

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What is the BEST theme for 'To Kill a Mockingbird' so far?

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Strength is defined by the challenges we face and how we overcome them.

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How does Calpurnia's dual identity reflect the theme of social class in the novel?

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Calpurnia navigates between her life with the Finch family and her community, highlighting the complexities of race and class.

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What role does Calpurnia play in Jem and Scout's lives?

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Calpurnia serves as a mother figure, caretaker, and moral guide for Jem and Scout.

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How does Scout's understanding of Calpurnia evolve throughout the story?

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Scout learns to appreciate Calpurnia's experiences and the reasons behind her behavior.

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What does Aunt Alexandra believe about family heritage?

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Aunt Alexandra places great importance on family heritage and social status.

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How does Atticus's parenting style differ from Aunt Alexandra's?

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Atticus encourages independence and moral understanding, while Aunt Alexandra emphasizes tradition and social expectations.