Understanding the Courtroom Scene

Who was waiting for Judge Taylor's attention?

• Jem

• Mr. Underwood

• Calpurnia

• Atticus

What did the note given to Atticus say?

• The trial was over

• The jury had made a decision

• His children were missing

• He needed to come home

Who knew where the children were during the trial?

• Mr. Underwood

• Aunt Alexandra

• Calpurnia

• Judge Taylor

What was Jem's reaction to being at the trial?

• He was confused

• He was scared

• He was excited

• He was bored

Who was very angry with the children for attending the trial?

• Mr. Underwood

• Calpurnia

• Aunt Alexandra

• Atticus

What did Calpurnia think about the children hearing the trial?

• It was educational

• It was inappropriate

• It was exciting for them

• It was a family duty

Who saved places for the children in the colored balcony?

• Mr. Underwood

• Calpurnia

• Reverend Sykes

• Aunt Alexandra

How did Jem feel about the trial's outcome?

• Confused about the proceedings

• Indifferent

• Uncertain and worried

• Confident of victory

What was the jury's verdict?

• Not guilty

• Guilty

• Hung jury

• Trial postponed

What was the reaction of the courtroom when the verdict was announced?

• The courtroom erupted in applause

• The Negroes stood up as Atticus left

• Atticus celebrated the win

• The jury looked at Tom Robinson