Understanding 'To Kill a Mockingbird'

What is Tim Johnson's condition as described in the text?

• He is energetic and playful

• He is walking dazedly and seems sick

• He is aggressive and fast

• He is completely healthy

What does Mr. Tate confirm about Tim Johnson?

• He's got it all right

• He is healthy

• He is harmless

• He is lost

What does Jem think Tim Johnson is looking for?

• A place to play

• His owner

• A place to die

• Food

What action does Atticus take with the rifle?

• He takes the gun and walks out into the street

• He shoots immediately

• He hands it back to Mr. Tate

• He refuses to use it

Why does Mr. Tate insist Atticus should shoot the dog?

• Because Mr. Tate can't shoot well

• Because Mr. Tate is scared

• Because Atticus is a better shot

• Because Atticus volunteered

How does Scout describe Atticus's movement when he takes the rifle?

• Like a fast athlete

• Like a professional hunter

• Like an underwater swimmer

• Like a scared child

What does Calpurnia do when Atticus is about to shoot?

• She prays

• She leaves the scene

• She blocks Jem and Scout with her body

• She faints

What happens to Atticus's glasses?

• They fog up

• They get stolen

• They fall and break

• Nothing happens to them

What is the reaction of Jem and Scout when Atticus takes the rifle?

• They nearly faint

• They cheer him on

• They hide their eyes

• They run away