Atticus was the ideal individual to defend Tom Robinson's case because he is a wise person with good morals who will try everything within his capable hands to reach justice regardless of his colour. He knows that Tom is innocent, but also understands that it is highly unlikely they will win because he is black and majority of the jury are racist and ignorant. Despite this, he still tries his best to find justice for him and change the jury's perspective. His efforts didn't win them the trial, but it caused the jury to take a long while to come up with a verdict. This foreshadows a future society that treats everyone equally because by taking more time to come up with a verdict that is predictable, means that people are changing their perspective and becoming more compassionate. The African-Americans recognized how genuinely he fought and appreciated how hard he worked to help Tom receive justice. This made Atticus even more respected.
Tiffany Kuo's Response to Kylie's question number 4:
I think Harper Lee made Calpurnia the mother figure in the book because it doesn't really talk about Atticus wife. I think the reason she made Calpurnia so nice was because the kids look up to Calpurnia, so she would have to be someone who is caring and loving. I think Calpurnia is their to challenge Scout. She was always trying to get her to do the best that she could. In away I believe she was put in the book to show how scout changes as a person because in the beginning Scout never really like Calpurnia but as Scout grew as a character she and changed the way she thought about Calpurnia. Overall I believe that Calpurnia was their to keep the kids in check and always make sure they do what their are told.
Kylie Chiu's Response to Michael's question #5:
Q: Analyze the following quotation spoken by Mayella Ewell using the TCEA format: “I got somethin’ to say an’ then I ain’t gonna say no more. That nigger yonder took advantage of me an’ if you fine fancy gentlemen don’t wanna do nothin’ about it then you’re all yellow strinkin’ cowards, stikin’ cowards, the lot of you.” (Lee 251)
A: The angry emotion of the victim is here expressed; she forewarned them of how they would be seen if they judged in the defendants favour. As Mayella Ewell express’s her opinion of the case, she hopes that the judges do make a wise and intellectual choice in finding Tom Robinson guilty. The word “nigger” provides information pertaining to Mayella’s views on those that are of colour, which includes derogatory and demeaning values. Here Mayella’s character is brought forward, as we are exposed to her views and beliefs as she uses vigorous language like “coward” and “nigger” to describe the individuals around her. This also foreshadows the guilty verdict that will be later decided, as no individual wants to be seen as “cowardly”.
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