... hard to see the truth when looking through a veil of prejudice, until it is lifted and one can see the harsh reality that lies underneath. In the beginning of the novel To Kill A Mocking by Harper Lee, Jem and Scout Finch were ignorant and prejudice towards Boo Radley. This changed when both children witnessed Atticus Finch shoot the Mad Dog with ... deadly accuracy. By the end of the novel Jem and Scout evolved into socially aware, and understanding children who became conscious of the prejudice and discrimination that encompassed the minorities at the time. Prejudice is a powerful mot...

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