... character, Atticus tried every way to help others were in the need of it. First of all it Atticus bravely faced the racist, prejudice judgment of Maycomb and took Tom Robinson's case. Secondly, Atticus still takes a fight even though he knew he was still going to lose. Lastly, after losing Tom ... father's honor. The children called Atticus Finch a "nigger-lover" for defending Tom Robinson in court. Atticus explains to both his children that the prejudice in Maycomb is a sort of disease afflicting even "good" people (Lee). Atticus' wise and understanding attitude is because he is quite ...

• Word Count: 1521
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

... obstacles as an act of gallantry. These experiences shift the children's views and help them mature. As the trial for Tom Robinson approaches, he is to be moved to the Maycomb jail, and concerns about the possibility of a lynch mob have arisen. Atticus is guarding Tom and Jem, Scout and Dill secretly watch their father at the ... jail. Scout courageously steps forward in an attempt to ease the tensions of the mob, and spots a somewhat familiar face in the crowd of men: Hey, Mr. Cunningham. How's your entailment ... ...

• Word Count: 1536
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School