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Introduction to the Novel Atticus Finch Lawyer and prominent citizen Family has been in Maycomb for generations Father of “Scout” and Jem Defends Tom Robinson Strong morals Jean-Louise “Scout” Finch Female narrator of story Often tells of her past, (so setting and timeline jumps a great deal) Daughter of Atticus Explores theme of “judgment” based on relationship with Boo Radley Charles “Dill” Harris Boy who visits Maycomb each summer Seven Years old Befriends “Scout” and Jem Very smart; enjoys reading and acting out stories Arthur “Boo" Radley Thirty-three year old recluse next door As a child committed a crime and was kept home by his father Bob Ewell Daughter accuses Tom Robinson of rape Feels ashamed that a white man made accusations about his family Tom Robinson Young black man accused of raping white girl The Main Characters Calpurnia: the Finch’s housekeeper. Teachers Scout to read. Jem- Scout’s older brother (5 years older) Mayella Ewell- Bob Ewell’s daughter Miss Maudie- Neighbor and friend of Finch’s.

Introduction to the Novel Plot Sequence The Boo Radley Plot Ties together The Tom Robinson plot

Introduction to the Novel Exploring Themes Good vs. Evil Morals: Right and Wrong Social Inequality, Racism and Discrimination

Introduction to the Novel Exploring Symbols …Be on the lookout for: SYMBOL: A word or object that represents another word or object Small-Town Life “Boo” Radley Mockingbirds / Birds What do these symbols represent!?

Introduction to the Novel Background Information To Kill A Mockingbird includes several references to historical events. Knowing some information about this events is important for understanding the novel.

Introduction to the Novel Background Information Even those with jobs were affected because nothing was being produced Average family income dropped to 50% by 1935 25% of population had no job GREAT DEPRESSION Stock Market Crash caused people to lose billions. Entire banks were wiped out and by 1933 over 60% of population was considered poor Hundreds of thousands lost homes, farms and possessions A period of extreme drought, poverty and hardships during the 1930s. The novel takes place during the mid-1930s at a time when the government was attempting to stop the Great Depression. The President at the time, Franklin Roosevelt, famously said, “the only thing to fear is fear itself” as his government created programs to create jobs, house the homeless and feed the starving.

Introduction to the Novel Background Information Although slavery was abolished in the 1890s racism and discrimination were alive and well during the time of the novel. The novel is based on many historical facts that help to drive the story, (and allow the readers to explore a sad time in American history) including: Racism and Social Classes Jim Crow Laws (1890s – 1960s) Scottsboro Trials (1931) Social Inequality (Forever)

Introduction to the Novel Background Information Wealthy White Town/Country People “White Trash” Black People Social Inequality The Finches White folks of Maycomb & Maycomb County The Ewell Family Tom Robinson Even the law was one-sided: Juries were always all-white and all-male. The word of a black man meant nothing against the word of a white man.

Introduction to the Novel About the Author To Kill A Mockingbird is semi-autobiographical for a number of reasons: Lee grew up in Alabama Father was prominent lawyer Experienced Great Depression, Scottsboro Trials “Scout” based on her life; “Dill” based on life of childhood friend Truman Capote

Things to Consider While Reading Important Quotes As you read be on the lookout for these important quotes from the novel: “Remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.” That was the only time I ever heard Atticus say it was a sin to do something, and I asked Miss Maudie about it. “Your father's right,” she said. “Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us. That's why it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.” “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view . . . until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.” -Atticus Finch “Neighbours bring food with death, and flowers with sickness, and little things in between. Boo was our neighbour. He gave us two soap dolls, a broken watch and chain, a knife, and our lives.” -”Scout” Finch “Why reasonable people go stark raving mad when anything involving a Negro comes up, is something I don't pretend to understand… I just hope that Jem and Scout come to me for their answers instead of listening to the town. I hope they trust me enough…” -Atticus Finch