Exploring Chapters 12-14 of Mockingbird

What event prompts Calpurnia to take Jem and Scout to her church?

• Calpurnia is invited to take Jem and Scout to her church.

• Calpurnia decides to take them to a picnic instead.

• Calpurnia is forced to take them due to a family emergency.

• Jem and Scout insist on going to the church themselves.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How do the children feel about attending Calpurnia's church?

• The children feel uncomfortable and out of place.

• The children feel indifferent and bored.

• The children feel excited and welcomed.

• The children feel inspired and uplifted.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the significance of the character Zeebo in these chapters?

• Zeebo symbolizes resilience and the importance of education and cultural heritage.

• Zeebo is a symbol of wealth and privilege.

• Zeebo is a minor character with no real impact.

• Zeebo represents a villain in the story.

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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

How does the congregation at Calpurnia's church differ from that of Maycomb's white churches?

• Calpurnia's church is exclusively for white members.

• Maycomb's white churches have more musical performances.

• Calpurnia's church is predominantly Black, facing social challenges, while Maycomb's white churches are attended by the privileged white community.

• Calpurnia's church is larger and more affluent than Maycomb's churches.

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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 lesson do Jem and Scout learn about race and community during their visit to the church?

• Jem and Scout realize that empathy is only necessary within their own race.

• Jem and Scout learn that all communities are the same regardless of race.

• Jem and Scout learn about empathy and the strength of community across racial divides.

• Jem and Scout discover that racial differences are unimportant in their town.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does Calpurnia's use of language reveal about her character?

• Calpurnia's speech indicates her desire for independence and freedom.

• Calpurnia's language shows her authority, discipline, and protective nature.

• Calpurnia's language reflects her lack of education and ignorance.

• Calpurnia's words suggest she is indifferent to the children's well-being.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does Reverend Sykes demonstrate leadership during the church service?

• Reverend Sykes leads the church service with authority and compassion.

• Reverend Sykes focuses solely on fundraising during the service.

• Reverend Sykes ignores the congregation's needs.

• Reverend Sykes delegates all responsibilities to the choir.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What role does the collection for Tom Robinson play in the story?

• The collection represents community support for Tom Robinson and highlights the theme of racial injustice.

• The collection is a fundraiser for the local school.

• The collection symbolizes Tom Robinson's guilt.

• The collection is a way to celebrate Tom Robinson's achievements.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How do Jem and Scout's perceptions of Calpurnia change in these chapters?

• Jem and Scout believe Calpurnia is unkind and unfair throughout.

• Jem and Scout's perceptions of Calpurnia change from seeing her as a strict disciplinarian to recognizing her as a caring and complex individual.

• Their perception of Calpurnia remains unchanged in these chapters.

• They view Calpurnia as a friend from the beginning.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What themes of empathy and understanding are highlighted in Chapters 12-14?

• Understanding is only shown through superficial dialogue without depth.

• The themes of empathy and understanding are highlighted through characters' compassionate interactions and reflections on each other's experiences.

• The chapters focus solely on conflict and rivalry among characters.

• Empathy is portrayed as a weakness in the characters' development.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2