Week+3+Teacher+Posts

1. What do you think about Mayella? Do you feel sorry for her? Hate her? Scout says, "It came to me that Mayella must have been the lonliest person in the world. She was even lonlier than Boo Radley..." Does her lonliness in any way excuse her for what she did to Tom?

2. After Atticus's closing statement, Jem is convinced that Tom will be found innocent. Discuss the points Atticus makes in his closing arguement (p.204-205) and whether or not you agree with them.

3. Even though Atticus lost the case, everyone stands up when he leaves. Why? What other examples are presented in this week's readings that reveal others' perceptions of him?

4. Trying to see other people's perspectives is a large part of what Atticus is trying to teach his children. Find the quote on p. 218 and evalute it. How might you apply this to your own life? Do you see evidence of this skill in many people today? Explain.