TKMB 16-18
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TKMB 16-18
Chapter 16 Questions
1) Describe how the Maycomb people act at the courthouse square–when they arrive to view the trial of Tom Robinson.
2) Where do Jem, Scout and Dill sit in the courthouse? Why is this significant?
Chapter 17 Questions
1) Describe Tom Robinson’s alleged crime, as told by Bob Ewell and Heck Tate.
2) What evidence does Atticus reveal about Bob Ewell that may find him guilty of Tom Robinson’s alleged crime?
3) Characterize Bob Ewell (describe his actions, language/speech, and other people’s points of view).
Chapter 18 Questions
1) Characterize Mayella on the witness stand. Remember, characterization includes personality traits, actions, thoughts/feelings, language/speech, and other people’s points of view. What are your opinions of her? Explain.
2) Comparison: How are Mayella and her father similar? Contrast: How are they different?
3) How does Mayella incriminate her father on the witness stand? Why does this help Tom Robinson’s case?
