TKMB 10-Whip – Flashcards
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Name five things we learn about Atticus in this chapter. How does Scout feel about her father at the beginning of this chapter?
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He is nearly 50, works in an office; doesn't "do" anything; wears glasses, nearly blind in left eye, reads constantly, can play the Jews Harp; used to be called "Ol' One Shot Finch"; she is bored by her father and thinks he is just a "feeble" old man
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According to Miss Maudie, why is it a sin to kill a mockingbird?
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mockingbirds only make music for us to enjoy—they sing their hearts out for us, don't sleep in corn cribs, don't ruin people's gardens
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What does Miss Maudie teach Scout about her father?
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Atticus can "make somebody's will so airtight can't anybody meddle with it"; best checker-player around; he can play the Jew's Harp
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Who is Tim Johnson? What is wrong with him?
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Mr. Harry Johnson's old dog; he has rabies
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Why does Mr. Tate give the rifle to Atticus, rather than shooting the dog himself?
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Atticus is "Ol' One Shot" and the best shooter in town; Mr. Tate doesn't feel he can shoot well enough
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Why do Jem and Scout now have a new appreciation for Atticus?
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they know Atticus is the best shooter in town; he can "do" something; he is a gentleman and a hero
