chapters 10-11
1. what brqve things does atticus do in chapter 10? why are jem and scout shocked?
2. what did jem dp when mrs dubose said atticus"lawed for ers"
3. what did jem learn from his encounter with mrs dubose and folowwing her death?
thanx ppl
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To answer your questions about chapters 10-11 of To Kill a Mockingbird:
1. In chapter 10, Atticus displays bravery in multiple ways. Firstly, he shoots a rabid dog that is threatening the neighborhood. This event shocks Jem and Scout because they had no idea that their father had this level of marksmanship skills. Atticus is typically portrayed as a calm and soft-spoken individual, so his ability to handle a dangerous situation surprises them.
2. When Mrs. Dubose makes a derogatory comment about Atticus "lawing for ers," Jem reacts angrily. He takes Scout's baton and destroys all of Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes as an act of revenge. This demonstrates Jem's strong defense of his father and his refusal to tolerate any disrespect towards him.
3. Jem learns an important lesson from his encounter with Mrs. Dubose and her subsequent death. Atticus explains that Mrs. Dubose was addicted to morphine and was trying to break free from her addiction before she died. He tells Jem that true courage is not just about physical bravery, but also about mental and moral strength. Jem comes to understand that Mrs. Dubose was battling her personal demons and that her actions were a courageous attempt to overcome her addiction.
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