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What does Scout think is happening in Chapter 15?
Scout’s attempt at a conversation dissipated a potentially violent altercation between the strange men who were talking to Atticus at the jail where Tom Robinson was held. Apparently Atticus suspected of a mob would show up to harras, lynch, burn, or attack the jail where Tom was being held.
What happened in Chapter 15 and 16 of TKAM?
Dill is given permission to stay at Scout’s house for the summer. One evening, as the family is relaxing, Heck Tate arrives with a few men. A discussion is held over the forthcoming trial, and whether Tom Robinson is safe in their custody. To the children it sounds like a fracas, but Atticus pacifies them.
What is the purpose of Chapter 15 in TKAM?
Summary: Chapter 15 As his trial is nearing, Tom Robinson is to be moved to the Maycomb jail, and concerns about the possibility of a lynch mob have arisen. Later, Jem tells Scout that Alexandra and Atticus have been arguing about the trial; she nearly accused him of bringing disgrace on the family.
Why is Atticus’s life saved in Chapter 15?
Atticus goes to the jail that night to protect Tom Robinson from potential harm. Scout, Jem, and Dill protect Atticus by following him there.
What happens in Chapter 15 of to kill a Mockingbird?
Atticus comes inside, turns the living room light on, and picks up his paper. Jem asks if the men wanted to get Atticus, but Atticus assures him that they were friends, not a gang or the Klan. Scout walks Dill home and returns to find evidence of a fight between Aunt Alexandra and Atticus.
Who are the men at atticus’house in Chapter 15?
Summary: Chapter 15. A week after Dill’s arrival, a group of men led by the sheriff, Heck Tate, come to Atticus’s house in the evening. As his trial is nearing, Tom Robinson is to be moved to the Maycomb jail, and concerns about the possibility of a lynch mob have arisen.
When was the last update on to kill a Mockingbird?
Last Updated on July 31, 2020, by eNotes Editorial. Word Count: 1157 This chapter opens on a dark note, with Heck Tate and several other men showing up outside the Finch house to tell Atticus that there might be trouble when Tom is moved to the town jail.
What happens in the jailhouse in to kill a Mockingbird?
The jailhouse is an odd building; it has one cell but is built in the Gothic style. Its supporters think it makes Maycomb look respectable and like there are no black people around. Jem, Scout, and Dill notice a light outside the jail. They see Atticus sitting under it, reading. Jem stops Scout from running to Atticus as four dusty cars stop.