Scout (the narrator) says that her father Atticus was related to almost every family in the town. In addition, she states that the Radleys, unlike other residents, kept to themselves. What conclusions can you draw about the people of maycomb from these comments? Would you like to have lived in Maycomb? Explain.
Atticus, a widower, is rearing his two children with the help of Calpurnia. Speculate on the kind of father you think Atticus will turn out to be. Recall Scout's comment about her and Jem finding him to be "satisfactory." Why do you think the children call him by his given name?