To Kill A Mockingbird Essay

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In the beginning of the story, Boo represents the unknown. The children wonder about Boo and his strange way of life, but really have no concept of who he is. At first, the children ask questions about Boo concerning his "weird" living style. When this does not satisfy their curiosities, they make up games and stories about Boo, which present him as being a monster. At one point, the children invade the Radley property in hopes of finding some clue that will better explain Boo's character. As the story progresses, Boo becomes more of a symbol of kindness and bravery than that of the "town freak" which he is made out to be. Boo leaves presents for the children in the hollow trunk of an old tree, as well as covers Scout with a blanket during Miss Maudie's fire. However, it is not until he saves both Jem and Scout's life from the hands of the deranged Mr. Ewell, that Boo shows his true heroic character. Although Boo is not a physically active man, he shows no fear or hesitation ...

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crime, but is condemned by the people of Maycomb because they are afraid to stand up for what is right.
When Jem and Scout Finch receive their longed-for air rifles, their first instinct to shoot birds is expected and taken for granted. Their father refuses to teach them to shoot, and warns them that it is a sin to kill a mockingbird. This is the only time his children ever hear him call something a sin, indicating how strongly he feels about this. After this order to avoid their natural urge towards shooting the colourless, brown mockingbird, Atticus tells his children that they may shoot as many colourful blue jays as they like. These orders were certainly in opposition to the ...

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