1. Mockingbird Analysis: Chapter 16
Why doesn’t Aunt Alexandra want Atticus to talk in front of Calpurnia? How does Atticus respond?
What happens when the footwashing Baptists come by Miss Maudie’s house on their way to the trial? Why?
Describe the atmosphere in town on the day of the trial. What clues does Lee give the reader about the atmosphere?
Who is Dolphus Raymond? What is unusual about him? Why does Jem feel pity for his children?
Why couldn’t the kids get into the courtroom at first? How does Reverend Sykes help them?
How does Harper Lee characterize Judge Taylor? Use textual evidence to support your characterization.