Empathy Quotes In To Kill A Mockingbird

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Thesis The quote by Atticus Finch explains how we should see our world from other’s points of view through the central themes of prejudice, understanding, and empathy. With this quote, we can also examine how this influences characters such as Scout, Jem, and Atticus, as well as its significance in Maycomb’s social dynamic. The 3 main ideas include: How does this quote encapsulate the central themes of prejudice, understanding, and empathy in the novel? Explore how characters such as Scout, Jem, and Atticus experience and demonstrate empathy. discuss the significance of walking in someone else’s skin in the context of Maycomb’s social dynamics. Introduction By Harper Lee, the novel To Kill a Mockingbird will explain how it encapsulates the …show more content…

Though her accusations where false, the people of Maycomb believed and responded to it with empathy towards Mayelle and anger and hatred towards Tom. Another example can be seen when Atticus advises Scout that “Mr Cunningham is a good person and though he may give fruit instead of money, he still tries” which results in Scout feeling empathetic towards Mr Cunningham, Etc. Body 2 Throughout the novel To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee, there are many instances where characters such as Scout, Jem, and Atticus Experience and demonstrate to other characters within the novel. This idea will help us explore the intrinsic details and ideas to further understand the Writer and their intentions with this Story. Scout: Throughout the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout displays empathy within key moments as she matures. For example, initially fascinated by Boo Radley, she later deepens her empathy for Boo Radley as he saves her life which in turn soon leads to the reevaluation of Scout's thoughts towards Boo Radley. (Turned from fascination to respect, deepening her understanding of Boo

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