When answering short-answer questions, look at the number of points assigned to determine the length of your answer. Answers should be written in full sentences with proper grammar and punctuation. (Failing to do so will cost you marks)
Question 1
1.
Why does Atticus think he can't win Tom Robinson's case?
Question 2
2.
Who accused Tom Robinson of the crime?
Question 3
3.
Why did Dill cry and have to leave the courtroom?
Question 4
4.
Why did Dolphus Raymond pretend to drink alcohol?
Question 5
5.
What is the message in the note that Calpurinia delivers to Atticus?
Question 6
6.
Who said this in the text? "Yes, suh. I felt right sorry for her, she seemed to try more'n the rest of 'em-"
Question 7
7.
Who was Mayella afraid of in the courtroom?
Question 8
8.
How did Tom's arm and hand become shriveled?
Question 9
9.
What did Mr. Link Deas have to say about Tom Robinson during the trial?
Question 10
10.
What are some connections we can make between Jem's reaction to Nathan Radley filling the tree hole with cement, and Dill's reaction to Tom's treatment in the courtroom?
Question 11
11.
Summarize Atticus' main points in his closing argument for the trial.
Question 12
12.
The children were allowed to return to the courthouse for the verdict.