Exploring TKAM Chapter 16

What significant event occurs in the courtroom during Chapter 16?

• The trial is postponed indefinitely.

• The jury finds Tom Robinson guilty.

• The truth about Tom Robinson's innocence is revealed.

• A witness confesses to the crime.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does Jem react to the events unfolding in the trial?

• Jem becomes disillusioned and frustrated with the justice system during the trial.

• Jem feels hopeful about the justice system during the trial.

• Jem remains indifferent and does not care about the trial.

• Jem supports the verdict and believes it is fair.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What role does Calpurnia play in this chapter?

• Calpurnia acts as a neighbor who occasionally visits.

• Calpurnia serves as a teacher in the local school.

• Calpurnia is a family friend who offers advice.

• Calpurnia plays the role of a caretaker and disciplinarian.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which character's testimony is highlighted in Chapter 16?

• Tom Robinson

• Boo Radley

• Mayella Ewell

• Atticus Finch

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the community's perception of Tom Robinson influence the trial?

• The jury is composed entirely of Tom Robinson's friends.

• The community's racial bias against Tom Robinson leads to an unfair trial, impacting the jury's judgment.

• The trial is influenced by Tom Robinson's wealth and status.

• The community supports Tom Robinson, leading to a fair trial.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What themes of justice and prejudice are evident in this chapter?

• The chapter focuses solely on economic inequality.

• The narrative emphasizes environmental issues over social justice.

• The characters are portrayed as universally treated fairly.

• The chapter explores themes of justice through systemic bias and prejudice against marginalized characters.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Scout's understanding of the adult world evolve in this chapter?

• Scout's understanding of the adult world evolves to recognize its complexities and moral ambiguities.

• Scout believes adults are always right.

• Scout remains oblivious to adult complexities.

• Scout thinks the adult world is simple and straightforward.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the significance of the children's observations during the trial?

• The children's observations are irrelevant to the trial's outcome.

• The children's observations highlight the importance of adult authority.

• The children's observations support the idea that justice is always served.

• The children's observations reveal the innocence and moral clarity that contrast with adult hypocrisy.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the author use symbolism in Chapter 16?

• The author utilizes symbolism to convey humor and lightheartedness through playful imagery.

• The author uses symbolism to represent internal struggles and emotional turmoil through imagery like storms and broken mirrors.

• The author employs symbolism to illustrate historical events and their significance.

• The author uses symbolism to depict physical landscapes and nature's beauty.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What impact does the trial have on the Finch family dynamics?

• The trial strains and ultimately strengthens the Finch family dynamics.

• The trial causes the Finch family to become more distant.

• The trial leads to the Finch family breaking apart completely.

• The trial has no effect on the Finch family dynamics.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1