TKM Chapters 22-24 Comprehension Questions?
1. The day after Tom is found guilty what does Atticus receive at home? How does he react?
2. Jem says to Miss Maudie, “I always thought Maycomb folks were the best folks in the world.” What is he expressing/experiencing here?
3. What does Miss Maudie point out about Atticus defending Tom?
4. Jem hears that Bob Ewell did what to Atticus? How does he feel about this?
5. What is the reason Atticus gives Scout & Jem for Mr. Ewell’s behavior?
6. Atticus describes racism in court and calls whites who cheat blacks _______________.
7. Jem notices that the jurors were all people from ________________?
8. Scout wants to have who over to dinner again? What is the response?
9. Jem shows Scout something he is especially proud of. What is it?
10. Why does Jem say Boo Radley stays shut up in his house? What is he really trying to say?
11. At the luncheon/missionary tea how does Miss Maudie treat Scout? Give 2 examples.
12. Mrs. Grace Merriweather is spouting what at the luncheon? What is Miss Maudie’s response?
13. How does Aunt A. react to Miss Maudie’s comments?
14. Atticus comes with what news? What does he want Cal to do?
15. Aunt A. is upset that the townspeople want too much from Atticus. What is Miss Maudie’s response?