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The previously serene Finch household is thrown into disarray. The townspeople oppose Atticus’ defending Tom Robinson and are making comments. When Scout hears the word “rape” and asks Atticus what it means, he gives a legal definition. This delicate situation is followed by Scout’s request to visit Calpurnia—which Aunt Alexandra immediately vetoes. When Scout tells Aunt Alexandra that she had not been asked, Atticus chastises Scout.

Jem motions for Scout to follow him upstairs where he...

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1. To Kill a Mockingbird: Introduction
2. Overview
3. Harper Lee Biography
4. Summary
5. Summary and Analysis
   1. Chapter 1 Summary and Analysis
   2. Chapter 2 Summary and Analysis
   3. Chapter 3 Summary and Analysis
   4. Chapter 4 Summary and Analysis
   5. Chapter 5 Summary and Analysis
   6. Chapter 6 Summary and Analysis
   7. Chapter 7 Summary and Analysis
   8. Chapter 8 Summary and Analysis
   9. Chapter 9 Summary and Analysis
   10. Chapter 10 Summary and Analysis
   11. Chapter 11 Summary and Analysis
   12. Chapter 12 Summary and Analysis
   13. Chapter 13 Summary and Analysis
   14. Chapter 14 Summary and Analysis
   15. Chapter 15 Summary and Analysis
   16. Chapter 16 Summary and Analysis
   17. Chapter 17 Summary and Analysis
   18. Chapter 18 Summary and Analysis
   19. Chapter 19 Summary and Analysis
   20. Chapter 20 Summary and Analysis
   21. Chapter 21 Summary and Analysis
   22. Chapter 22 Summary and Analysis
   23. Chapter 23 Summary and Analysis
   24. Chapter 24 Summary and Analysis
   25. Chapter 25 Summary and Analysis
   26. Chapter 26 Summary and Analysis
   27. Chapter 27 Summary and Analysis
   28. Chapter 28 Summary and Analysis
   29. Chapter 29 Summary and Analysis
   30. Chapter 30 Summary and Analysis
   31. Chapter 31 Summary and Analysis
6. Quizzes
7. Characters
8. Themes
9. Style
10. Historical Context
11. Critical Overview
12. Character Analysis
13. Essays and Criticism
14. Suggested Essay Topics
15. Sample Essay Outlines
16. Compare and Contrast
17. Topics for Further Study
18. Media Adaptations
19. What Do I Read Next?
20. Bibliography and Further Reading
21. Pictures
22. Copyright

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