Flashcard on Chapters 9-14

Front

Dill's absence from Maycomb that summer was due to ____________.

Back

He was visiting relatives.

Front

Calpurnia’s church lacks hymn books because ____________.

Back

It cannot afford any.

Front

Atticus was sitting outside to _________.

Back

Protect someone.

Front

The reason for Atticus's presence outside was ____________.

Back

To protect someone.

Front

True or False: Jem recognizes Walter Cunningham in the crowd and asks him about his entailment.

Back

True.

Front

What does entailment refer to in the context of the story?

Back

Entailment is a legal situation regarding the inheritance of property.

Front

Who is Calpurnia in the story?

Back

Calpurnia is the Finch family's housekeeper and caretaker.

Front

What is the significance of Atticus Finch's character?

Back

Atticus represents morality and reason in the story.

Front

What lesson does Scout learn from her experiences in the story?

Back

Scout learns about empathy and understanding others.

Front

What role does the setting of Maycomb play in the story?

Back

Maycomb reflects the social issues and prejudices of the time.