Who is Mr Underwood?
Mr. Underwood is the owner, editor, and printer of The Maycomb Tribune, the town’s newspaper. He works and lives in the Tribune office, which is located across from the courthouse, and spends his days at his linotype. He constantly refreshes himself with his ever-present gallon jug of cherry wine.
What do we learn about Burris Ewell?
We learn that young Burris Ewell is “the filthiest human I had ever seen,” and that his hair is filled with “cooties”–head lice. Like many of the poor children, Burris is repeating the first grade: He comes the “first day every year and then leave(s)” so the truant officer won’t bother the family.
Why was Mr Underwood waiting in his office with a shotgun?
Why was Mr. Underwood waiting in his office with a shotgun? In case the mob got violent.
What was ironic about Mr Underwood protecting Atticus in front of the jail?
Underwood as he says, “Had you covered all the time, Atticus.” Ironically, Mr. Underwood does not make himself known to the mob. Some critics say it is because he was afraid of retaliation or of being shunned from society for protecting Atticus, a man who was defending a black “rapist.” Mr.
Why does Aunt Alexandra scold Atticus for saying in front of Calpurnia?
Why? Aunt Alexandra doesn’t think Atticus should talk about the way white people talk about Negroes with Calpurnia in the room. She is referring to the Negroes. She was uncomfortable and didn’t want to give them something to talk about.
Why do Atticus and Aunt Alexandra argue?
Atticus and Aunt Alexandra learn Calpurnia took children to her church. Aunt Alexandra and Atticus argue over the way Atticus has raised the children, particularly Scout; saying she needs to learn lady-like ways. Scout and Jem fight over causing trouble for Atticus.
Is Bob Ewell lefthanded?
The reasoning behind Atticus’ request is to show the jury that Bob Ewell is left-handed. The fact that Bob is left-handed is significant because it suggests that he may be responsible for the injuries inflicted upon Mayella’s face.