To kill a mocking bird by harper lee Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’?
Harper Lee
What is the setting of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’?
The fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama during the 1930s.
Who is the narrator of the story?
Scout Finch
What is the name of Scout’s brother?
Jem Finch
What profession does Atticus Finch have?
He is a lawyer.
True or False: Tom Robinson is accused of robbing a bank.
False
What does Boo Radley symbolize in the novel?
The theme of misunderstanding and the idea of not judging others.
Fill in the blank: The primary theme of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ is _____ and moral growth.
justice
What does Atticus Finch teach his children about empathy?
To understand a person, you must consider things from his point of view.
Who is the main antagonist in the story?
Bob Ewell
What is the significance of the mockingbird in the novel?
It represents innocence and the idea of doing no harm.
What event is central to the plot of the novel?
The trial of Tom Robinson.
What does Scout’s teacher, Miss Caroline, struggle with?
Understanding the local community and its customs.
Multiple Choice: Who saves Scout and Jem from an attack?
Boo Radley
True or False: Atticus believes in the legal system and fights for justice.
True
What lesson does Jem learn at the end of the novel?
That people are complex and not purely good or evil.
Fill in the blank: The character of _____ represents the loss of innocence.
Scout
What does the trial reveal about racism in the American South?
It highlights the deep-seated racial prejudice in society.
What does Atticus tell Scout about courage?
Courage is not a man with a gun; it’s knowing you’re licked before you begin but you begin anyway.
Who is Mayella Ewell?
The young woman who accuses Tom Robinson of rape.
What role does Calpurnia play in the Finch household?
She is the Finch family’s housekeeper and caretaker.
What does the character of Mrs. Dubose represent?
True bravery and the struggle against addiction.
What does the verdict in Tom Robinson’s trial represent?
The failure of the justice system to protect the innocent.
What does Scout learn about Boo Radley by the end of the novel?
That he is kind and protective, not the monster she imagined.
Multiple Choice: What does Atticus use to defend Tom Robinson?
Evidence that proves Tom could not have committed the crime.
What is the significance of the title ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’?
It suggests the harm of destroying innocence.
