When Jem takes Scout to school for her first day, what "order" does he give her?
What two things does Miss Caroline tell Scout that Atticus is not to do any more?
When Scout tries to spare Walter Cunningham any further humiliation, what does Miss Caroline do to her?
At first Finch's for lunch, what reason does Walter give Atticus for not being able to pass the first grade?
After Calpurina makes Scout leave the table, what "lecture" does she giver Scout?
How does Scout describe Burris Ewell's physical appearance? How does Little Charles Little describe Burris' personality?
After Scout's first day of school, what is her assessment and what is her plan?
After Scout begs Atticus not to make her return to school, what advice does he give her for getting along with people?
Jem tells Scout about Miss Caroline's "new way of teaching," explaining that children won't "have to learn much out of books." Comment on your opinion of this approach to education.
The adult Scout frequently includes in her narrative humorous examples of children's misinformation. Jem's information about the Dewey decimal system is accurate. He has confused Melvil Dewey, developer of the Dewey decimal system, and John Dewey, an educator. What is the Dewey decimal system? Can you think of any words you confused as a child or any misconceptions of meanings you held? Watch for other examples later in the novel in which Jem gives out incorrect information which the younger Scout believes and which the adult Scout includes in her narrative to show typical childish behavior.
Atticus advises Scout that the way to get along with someone else is to "climb into his skin and walk around in it." Comment on your reaction to this advice.
Comment on Burris Ewell's behavior in the classroom. Who is to blame for his being the way he is?