What does the jail in To Kill a Mockingbird represent?
the knothole in the tree?
the Radley house?
Please help with any of these... I'm so confused!
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/mocking/themes.html
Scroll down to read about symbols. One of the things about symbols is that often you get to interpret their meaning/representation as you see it.
What do you think about each of these?
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I just finished TKAM. The jail represents the evil discriminatory side of Maycomb. The knothole represents Boo reaching out to the children, and that there is a good side to him. The Radley house represents the fears and myths Jem and Scout had as children.
P.S.-If you need any more help, I can try to help you, since I am also working on TKAM.
brie:')
In "To Kill a Mockingbird," the jail represents the oppressive and racist nature of the society in Maycomb. It symbolizes the unjust treatment of African Americans and the deeply ingrained prejudice that exists within the community.
The knothole in the tree can be seen as a symbol of hope and kindness. It represents Boo Radley's hidden acts of compassion towards the children, as he leaves small gifts for them in the knothole. It reveals that there is a good and caring side to Boo Radley, challenging the negative rumors and fear surrounding him.
The Radley house symbolizes the unknown and the fear of the unknown. Jem and Scout are initially afraid of the mysterious Boo Radley, who is rarely seen and is rumored to be dangerous. However, as the story progresses, they come to realize that their fear and prejudice towards Boo Radley were unfounded, and they see him as a kind and gentle figure.
Remember, symbols can often have multiple interpretations, so it's important to consider different perspectives and how they might align with the themes and character development in the novel.