Lessons learned Harper lee tells a story called “To Kill a Mockingbird”. Where a father named Atticus is teaching his children’s some valid information for their lives. In this paper it will start with an introduction of a short summary about the book, given the three lesson that Atticus reached his kids. Given why one of the three lessons one is the most important. At last a given conclusion by summarizing the overall points of the essay. The novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” Starts with one of the main character, Scout starts out to be a very immature girl, not knowing the prejudice times that she is living in. As the story goes on Scout gains knowledge of these times by kids and people around her accusing her dad, Atticus of being a black lover back then, it was an insult. Scouts dad was being brave to help a black man that was being faulted accused of raping a white girl. There’s a part in the book that talks about shooting many blues jays but not shoot a mocking bird because it a sin. This is referring to Tom in the story. He signifies as a mockingbird because all mockingbirds does is sing for our enjoyment and stay away from harms, so if you kill them it is a sin. The reason why Tom is the mockingbird in the story is because he stay out of harm’s way and is accused of a crime and in the end is eventually guilty and dies. From having a dad who supports a color man he teaches his kids some good lessons, starting with tolerate. Atticus teaches his kids about tolerance. How he does this is when he was assigned to Tom Robison case he teaches that color does not matter. For example “you aren’t really a nigger-lover, then, are you. I certainly am. I do my best to love everybody….I’m hard put, sometimes- baby, it’s never an insult to... ... middle of paper ... ... scout and jem were seen as kids who their father was helping a African American and not a white. They had to be strong and have courage to not believe or feel bad of what people were saying. But be proud on what their dad has done to show them that no one has to be judge or seen as an animal. Tolerance and judgment would fit in the lesson of courage because you need courage people tolerance you need courage from people judgments. Courage to me seems to be as a person being a strong human. This lesson did go through to Scout and Jem. Ending this paper with the most important lesson that Atticus has taught his kids. There might be some question between how is Scout and Jem flowing this lessons and if they have ever in their life seen the things that Atticus did for them. Work Cited Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. New York: Hachette Book Group USA, 1982. Print.
Secondly, this part of the plot refers to the time when it was Christmas time Jem and Scout were given rifles, and before Atticus would allow them to shoot birds he wanted to make them aware that shooting mockingbirds are sinful. To illustrate this idea, in the text, it states, “but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird” (93). The evidence highlights the symbolic meaning of the mockingbird. It is known that after this point in the novel, Tom Robinson was being connected to mockingbirds. Tom was being symbolized with a mockingbird because it is a sin to kill a mockingbird due to them not being harmful animals.
One major lesson Atticus teaches Jem and Scout, is to respect others. Atticus thought them not to be rude with family members; despite what they say. Scout beat up Francis because he called Atticus a "Niger-lover!"(p.110) and Atticus gets her in trouble. When Scout got in trouble by Atticus it showed Scout that it was not right to beat him up even though he said what he said. Atticus taught the kids to mind there own business. When Atticus tells the kids to leave Boo Radley alone and not to believe it the rumors they are hearing. When Atticus told them to leave Boo Radley alone and not to believe ...
...y get Jem and Scout to understand how they should behave, but mainly why they should act that way. Atticus has instilled in his children his own personal strong sense of morality and justice. He is a strong character who chooses to act out of the goodness of his heart and with the intelligence of his mind. He is compassionate and caring, even when facing the repulsive Bob Ewell Atticus manages to hold his composure and treat with Southern Gentleman-like respect. Atticus is a passive man, he does not reach out to violence as a means to an end, nor does he stand for the injustices of social discrimination. He stands for truth, fairness, and acceptance, and is a brave man who will defend his word and his family. By bestowing him with strong convictions, overall wisdom, and empathy, Harper Lee uses Atticus as the novel’s moral backbone and silent hero against racism.
The first half of To Kill A Mockingbird contains many classic dilemmas that serve as models for more important problems later to come. For example, Atticus is forced into a choice between disobeying Scout's teacher and doing what he feels is right for Scout. Atticus wants Scout to retain her respect for the teacher and to continue following her instructions. Yet, he knows that the time he shares with his daughter is very important and is something that will h...
Scout realizes that not everybody is the same and is capable of recognizing that and was able to prove her strengths. The children realize what horrid things adults are capable of and put forth the effort to change that, because Atticus is a wise, good-hearted man who taught his children right. “ ‘Jem see if you can stand in Bob Ewell’s shoes for a minute. I destroyed his last shred of credibility at the trial, if he had any to begin with.
In the book, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Atticus Finch’s children learn what he stands for in theirs and the townspeople’s lives. Throughout the book, Atticus is teaching his children lessons about life. It takes some time, but the children finally realize what he is trying to teach them. Jem and Scout see their father is a respectful man. They notice that he is respected by the townspeople. And even though he is not always respected by the townspeople he is still respectful to him. Atticus tries to teach the children his ways. Atticus teaches the children that the color of someone’s skin does not matter. An example of this when Aunt Alexandra wanted Calpurnia to stop being the housemaid. Atticus told Aunt Alexandra that Calpurnia
Atticus Finch has become a role model to many throughout the years. He has become revered throughout generations for being so progressive ahead of his time. What most don’t tend to realize, though, is that Atticus is not always steadfast in his character. In fact, he is very dynamic throughout the book and begins to show subtle flaws as the story progresses. This renowned story, Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird. is unique in its narrator: a young girl called Scout. She narrates the whole novel over the course of many years of her young life and we can see her grow throughout, thus becoming a very dynamic character. We can see even more her descriptions and perceptions of her father, the man many have looked up to throughout the years. These
Atticus teaches Scout and Jem many lessons throughout the novel, which includes courage. For example, when Atticus tries to educate his children about courage, he says to Jem that “he wanted [him] to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It’s when you know you’re licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do.” (Lee, 112) This is important, because Atticus sends a universal message of the definition of courage. This shows not only a moral, but a moral on a true and sincere note. An example of indirect courage, is when Atticus mentions that, “The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule, is a person’s conscience” (Lee, 105) This shows that any person has the power to change his or her mind regardless of the majority’s opinion. This is important, because a person needs courage to use their conscience to make a decision , even if it is against the majority. Atticus did the right thing, by teaching his children what real courage is.
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Throughout the novel, Atticus’ assistance to Jem and Scout’s development becomes evident. Atticus takes every opportunity to attempt to teach his children the importance of having an open-mind. For instance, when Scout queries Atticus about Maycomb’s prejudice perspective, he tells her, “You never really understand a person until…you climb in their skin and walk around in it.” (Lee 30) Even during the early stages of the novel, it is apparent that Atticus endeavors to instill the values of empathy and tolerance within Jem and Scout by teaching them how to have multiple perspectives on a situation. In addition, Atticus also attempts to enlighten his children about peaceful resolution in society. For example, when Atticus is chosen to defend Tom Robinson, Atticus tells Scout, you might hear some ugly talk about it at school but…you just hold your head high and keep those fists down.”...
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is an emblem of racial jurisdiction. All throughout the book it shows how the law applies to blacks as opposed to whites. Lee shows how unjust the treatment of blacks is and the disregard for their human rights. Though through the actions of the characters in the book; it can be said that their actions show a glimmer of hope for this very prejudiced society.
Life is full of lessons. The lessons you learn adjust and fit your character and who you are. In the book, To Kill A Mockingbird, the characters of Jem and Scout are young, and have to figure life as they go. Jem and Scout witness and live through life lessons. They learn these lessons from others around them. Some lessons come from their town itself, while others come from people. Their father, Atticus, teaches them a lot about life and the right and wrong. Jem and Scout learn what it means to have empathy, courage, persistence and personal integrity. Also, the Mockingbirds themselves adjust and appoint life lessons.
Harper Lee achieved the most important dream of a writer; her book is timeless. The theme of To Kill a Mockingbird, courage, is one that no one can deny is a central idea not only in the novel but also in life. People believe that courage is something that everyone is born with, but I disagree. Atticus once told Scout, “"They're certainly entitled to think that, and they're entitled to full respect for their opinions," said Atticus, "but before I can live with other folks I've got to live with myself. The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience.” Only courageous people can teach others to stand up for what they truly believe in.
Even though Atticus was not racist, his children had been surrounded by enough racist ideas within the town that they had fallen in with the crowd. “Once you have a drop of Negro blood, that makes you all black,” said Jem to scout outside the courthouse. The older generations of the town, parents and grandparents, instilled this sense of superiority of the white race in the children. This is a prime example of how racist beliefs survived from generation to generation. The children learn by example. Since they were surrounded by racism, they had no ch...
To begin with, Atticus teaches the children valuable life lessons throughout the entire book. He truthfully answers whatever questions they ask, and encourages their inquisitive minds by treating them as adults and encouraging them to grow intellectually and morally as much as possible. Although they are still children, their level of common sense and intelligence is extremely high because Atticus teaches them these valuable lessons. According to Atticus, “Nigger-lover is just one of those terms that don't mean anything—like snot-nose. It's hard to explain—ignorant, trashy people use it when they think somebody's favoring Negroes over and above themselves. It's slipped into usage