TKAM Chapter 9

How does Atticus respond when Scout repeats the racist language that she heard at school?

Who has Atticus agreed to defend? In your own words, explain why Atticus takes the case.

What does Atticus ask Scout to do when people talk bad about him or her family? Based on what you know about Scout’s

personality, do you think this will be difficult for her? Why?

Describe the members of the extended Finch family. Which family members share Atticus’s values? Which do not? Describe Jem and Scout’s relationship with their relatives.

Why is Aunt Alexandra critical of the way that Atticus is raising Scout? How does Atticus respond to her criticism? In light

of this criticism, what is ironic about the fact that Francis is going to learn to cook?

What does Francis say the fight was about? Why do you think he lies? Why do you think Scout doesn’t contradict him?

Who breaks up the fight?